Datta by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhay

Set against the refined yet rigid social world of early 20th-century Bengal, Datta by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay is a poignant exploration of love, pride, and emotional restraint. Published by Latika in a graceful hardback edition, the novel centers on Bijoya, a strong-willed young woman torn between personal desire and societal expectations, and Naren, whose reserved nature shapes their fragile relationship. As misunderstandings deepen and emotions remain unspoken, the story unfolds with quiet intensity. Written in eloquent Bengali, Datta remains a timeless classic of psychological depth and romantic conflict.