This exclusive box set features three of her significant works: Deo Langkhui, Abhirata Jatra, and Popiya Torar Xadhu, offering readers a comprehensive insight into her literary journey.
To commemorate four decades of Dr. Chowdhury’s illustrious literary journey, The Reads Factory proudly presents The Rita Chowdhury Collector’s Edition—an exclusive, limited-edition box set of 3,000 copies. This curated collection encapsulates three distinct dimensions of her oeuvre: Deo Langkhui, Abhirata Jatra, and Popiya Torar Xadhu. As a special tribute, each box set includes a handwritten, signed letter from the author herself, offering readers a deeply personal connection to her work.
A meticulously researched historical account, this work chronicles the heroic saga of Jongal Balahu, the valiant Tiwa king. Interwoven with factual essays and scholarly insights, Deo Langkhui reconstructs a forgotten chapter of Assam’s history, bringing to light the legacy of a warrior whose story has long been overshadowed.
An incisive exploration of Assam’s socio-political landscape, Abhirata Jatra examines the state’s tumultuous movement, beginning in 1979, to address the issue of foreign nationals. More than a mere chronicle of political unrest, the book delves into the deeper manifestations of national consciousness and self-preservation that shaped this pivotal period.
Popiya Torar Xadhu
Translated as The Tale of the Poppy Star, this evocative novel lays bare the moral decay of a society grappling with the erosion of its values. Through the poignant journey of characters like Jeuti, the narrative unfolds as a meditation on lost dreams and the inexorable decline of ethical mores, painting a haunting portrait of a world on the brink of moral collapse.
This collector’s edition is not merely a compilation of books; it is a testament to Dr. Rita Chowdhury’s profound literary impact—an enduring legacy of history, resistance, and introspection.