Vision and Visuals

The multifaceted Rajshekhar Basu (1880-1960), who wrote under the pseudonym ‘Parashuram’, was one of Bengal’s great humourists, apart from being an accomplished essayist and lexicographer, and a distinguished chemist. His stories were always illustrated by his friend, the artist Jatindrakumar Sen (1882-1966). Together, the stories and sketches were an intrinsic part of the lives of generations of Bengalis.

This book showcases the original illustrations by Jatindrakumar Sen for the illustrated story collections Gaddalika (1924), Kajjali (1928) and Hanumaner Swapno Ityadi Galpo (1937). It includes sketches and instructions by Parashuram himself as he conveyed his vision to the artist.