Plant Thinkers of Twentieth-Century Bengal

Plant Thinkers of Twentieth-Century Bengal
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 210
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ISBN-10 : 9780198929307
ISBN-13 : 0198929307
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Book Synopsis Plant Thinkers of Twentieth-Century Bengal by : Sumana Roy

Download or read book Plant Thinkers of Twentieth-Century Bengal written by Sumana Roy and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2024-08-02 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book delves into the unconventional perspectives of writers and artists from Twentieth Century Bengal, exploring their roles as 'plant thinkers.' By examining the works of figures such as Rabindranath Tagore, Bibhutibhushan Bandyopadhyay, Jibanananda Das, Shakti Chattopadhyay, Satyajit Ray, and others, the narrative delves into how their stories, songs, art, and films, deeply influenced Bengali life and thought. Embracing themes of forest and garden, grass and root, weeds and magical plants, these thinkers, including Jagadish Chandra Bose with his scientific experiments, derived their worldviews, poetics, and politics from the intricate world of plants. The work not only explores Bose's scientific research and philosophy but also delves into religious rituals that fostered a profound connection with the natural world. Through a nuanced examination of the affective relationship between individuals and the plant world, the narrative uncovers a subterranean invocation of plant philosophy in both actions and words. Moreover, it highlights the political possibilities beyond the confines of the nation state that emanated from such profound thinking. As the book unfolds, it weaves a rich tapestry of living practices and artistic expressions rooted in plant philosophy. By contemplating the sap and flow of these influences, it prompts readers to reflect on what contemporary consciousness can glean from these thinkers.


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