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Novelist James Joyce

Literature Desk :ames Joyce (1882-1941) was an Irish, modernist writer who wrote in a ground-breaking style that was known both for its complexity and explicit content.James Joyce was born on February 2, 1882 in...

Social reformer Munshi Mohammad Meherullah

Mohsin Hussain :unshi Mohammad Meherullah, (1861-1907) religious leader and social reformer, was born in his maternal grandfather’s home in Ghopegram under Kaliganj thana of Jashore district 10th Magh 1268 BS. His paternal home was...

Tultul achieved some awards for her literary works, like 'National poet Kazi Nazrul Agnibeena' award. It was given by 'Agnibeena,’ a platform for research and study of Kazi Nazrul's literary works

Shammi Tultul: A talented litterateur

Reza Mahmud :he writes from her early childhood. When she was a little kid, she achieved first prize from her school by reciting a self written rhyme in a competition. She is Shammi Tultul,...

Qaseeda-e-Mu’in

Qaseeda-e-Mu’in

[Qaseeda of Khwaja Mu’inuddin Chishti (R)]Dedicated to Abdul Qadir Zilani (R) 1. O Gaus, the great, a light of guidance you are,Dear to the Prophet and dear to Allah you are; The King of...

Make-up tips every winter bride should follow

Weekend Plus Desk :he chilly weather is here, which calls for changing your skincare routine and your make-up techniques. And if you’re getting married in winter, then we’ve got you covered! Here is some...

Madhusudan's last days were painful, because of debts, illness and lack of treatment. He had no place of his own and had to take shelter in the library of the zamindars of Uttar Para. On 29 June 1873, three days after the death of Henrietta, this great

Epic Poet Michael Madhusudan Dutt

Dulal Bhowmik :ichael Madhusudan Dutt, (1824-1873) epic poet and playwright, was born on 25 January 1824 in a landed family in the village of Sagardari in Jashore. His father, Rajnarayan Dutt, was a law...

Dasharatha's hunt: Dasaratha saw many beasts as he was hunting. Although he saw a peacock fly very close to his chariot, he did not shoot his arrow. For, as the peacock spread its tail feathers before him, it reminded him of his wife's hair adorned with

Great Poet Kalidasa’s poetry: Imagery and similes

Literature Desk :alidasa’s poetry is celebrated for its beautiful imagery and use of similes. The following are some specimen verses from his works.One celebrated example occurs in the Kumarasambhava. Uma (Parvati) has been meditating...