Sree Parabat facts for kids
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Prabir Kumar Goswami
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Autograph of Sree Parabat.
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শ্রীপারাবত (প্রবীর কুমার গোস্বামী)
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| Born | 01 January 1927 Amla Sadarpur , Kusthia, Undivided Bengal (Now in Bangladesh) |
| Died | November 2, 2010 (aged 83) Kolkata, India |
| Pen name | Sree Parabat |
| Occupation | Writer, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Kolkata Police. |
| Nationality | British Indian, Indian |
| Alma mater | Scottish Church College Calcutta University |
| Relatives | Rebanta Goswami (Brother), Amiya Bhushan Majumdar (cousin),Advaita Acharya, Bijoy Krishna Goswami |
Sree Parabat (born Prabir Kumar Goswami) was a famous writer from Kolkata, India. He lived from January 1, 1927, to November 2, 2010. He was best known for his exciting historical novels written in the Bengali language. Some of his most popular books include Ami Sirajer Begum, Mamtaz Duhita Jahanara, and Aravalli Thekey Agra.
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Discovering Sree Parabat's Early Life
Sree Parabat was born on January 1, 1927, in Cooch Behar. His parents were Sudhir Kumar Goswami and Preetibindu Devi. His family's original home was in Amla Sadarpur, which is now part of Bangladesh.
A Family of Scholars and Writers
Both of Sree Parabat's parents came from families who loved learning and literature. His father's family was part of the famous "Advaita Parivāra" group. This family was directly related to Sree Sree Advaita Acharya. Advaita Acharya was a teacher and close friend of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, a very important spiritual leader.
Another famous person from the same family was Bijoy Krishna Goswami. He was a well-known social reformer. Sree Parabat's younger brother, Rebanta Goswami, was also a writer. He wrote novels and science fiction stories. The famous novelist Amiya Bhushan Majumdar was Sree Parabat's first cousin on his mother's side.
Sree Parabat's Passing
Sree Parabat passed away on November 2, 2010, at his home in Kolkata. For the last 15 years of his life, he lived in Santoshpur, Kolkata. Before that, he lived in other parts of the city, including Beliaghata, Park Circus, and North Kolkata.
Exploring Sree Parabat's Books
Sree Parabat wrote many different kinds of books. He was especially famous for his historical novels, which brought the past to life. He also wrote social novels and even books for children.
Historical Novels by Sree Parabat
These books tell stories set in the past, often about kings, queens, and important events.
- 1960 Ami Sirajer Begum
- 1965 Aravalli Theke Agra
- 1967 Mohaprem
- 1971 Bahadur Shah
- 1972 Mamtaz Duhita Jahanara (ISBN: 81-7079-276-2)
- 1976 Ranadil
- 1977 Chitor Garh
- 1977 Tokhon Warren Hastings
- 1981 Ranasthal Marwar
- 1984 Mewar Bonhi Padmini
- 1990 Murshidkuli Khan
- 1990 Magadh Jugey Jugey: Rajagriha Parba
- 1991 Ajodhyar Shesh Nabab
- 1992 Tutankhamener Raani
- 1995 Magadh Jugey Jugey: Pataliputra Parba
- 1995 Mishor Samrajni Hatshepshut (ISBN: 81-7079-729-2)
- 1998 Nadir Shah (ISBN: 81-7612-176-2)
- 1998 Mahammad Bin Tughlaq (ISBN: 81-86036-34-2)
- 1999 Karnasubarna Thekey Kanyakubja (ISBN: 81-7612-393-5)
- 2000 Patabhumi Pataliputra (ISBN: 81-86036-57-1)
- 2001 Sher Shah (ISBN: 81-7612-744-2)
- 2002 Alauddin Khilji (ISBN: 81-86036-71-7)
- 2002 Chandraketugarh (ISBN: 81-7612-966-6)
- 2004 Begumer Nam Debal Ranee (ISBN: 81-295-0189-9)
- 2007 Bijoynagar (ISBN: 81-295-0766-8)
Social Novels by Sree Parabat
These novels often explored different aspects of society and human relationships.
- 1957 Jhor Thambey
- 1960 Jey Jiban Deen
- 1960 Swarnalee Sondhya
- 1961 Ahir Bhoiron
- 1962 Kitagarh
- 1963 Em El Pampa (M. L. Pampa)
- 1966 Nirjonota Nei
- 1968 Jonomey Jonomey
- 1969 Ami Aj Nayika
- 1970 Lovers' Lane (ISBN: 81-87493-16-X)
- 1972 Durjoy Durgo
- 1973 Singha Dwar
- 1973 Shyamal Deshey Surjo Othey
- 1974 Binodinee
- 1977 Safe Landing
- 1988 Akhono Shiuli Jhorey
- 1989 Aakasher Nichey Manush
- 1994 Rajrajeswari
- 1996 Moynamoti (ISBN: 81-86036-16-4)
- 1997 Raja Badshah (ISBN: 81-86036-27-X)
- 2001 Khuner Araley (ISBN: 81-86036-66-0)
Children's Novels by Sree Parabat
Sree Parabat also wrote exciting stories for younger readers.
- 1967 Hariye Jabar Nei Mana
- 1975 Era Tinjon
- 1993 Raat Mohanar Rohoshyo (ISBN: 81-86036-00-8)
- 1994 Girikondorey Rohoshyo (ISBN: 81-86036-08-3)
Collections of Sree Parabat's Novels
Sometimes, several of his novels were put together into one book.
- 1994 Panchalika (This book includes Aami Sirajer Begum, Binodinee, Swarnalee Sandhya, Jonomey Jonomey, and Shotorupey Shotobar).
- 2010 Panchti Oitihashik Kahinee (This is a collection of five historical novels: Tutankhamener Rani, Tokhon Oaren Hastings, Rajput Nandini, Aami Sirajer Begum, and Mamtaz Duhita Jahanara).
Sree Parabat's Works on Screen
Some of Sree Parabat's stories were so popular that they were made into movies or TV shows. For example, the film Ami Sirajer Begam was released in 1973. His novel Ami Sirajer Begum was also made into a multi-episode TV show starting in 2018.
