Symbolism and queer problems in Manik's novels and critic Sreekumar Banerjee/ মানিকের উপন্যাসে সাংকেতিকতা ও উদ্ভট সমস্যা এবং সমালোচক শ্রীকুমার বন্দ্যোপাধ্যায়

Abstract

Manik Bandyopadhyay is one of the most prominent novelists in Bengali literature. The subject matter of his novels is broad, offering a unique flavor through his presentation style, storytelling techniques, and the way he highlights the personal problems of his characters. The complexity of the issues he presents and the depth of understanding required to grasp them are significant challenges, yet he navigates these effectively.

           Critic Srikumar Bandyopadhyay discusses nine of Manik Bandyopadhyay's novels in the eighteenth chapter of his book, ‘Bangasahityer Upanyaser Dhara’, titled ‘Jibone Sanketikata O Uadvot Samasyar Aarop’. In his analysis, the critic emphasizes that various life problems emerge through the themes, metaphors, and the unusual imaginations of the characters in these novels. Furthermore, he highlights aspects such as the novelist's artistic qualities, the novelty and weaknesses of the subject matter, and other significant elements of Bandyopadhyay's work.