Binapani MohantyPadmashree Binapani Mohanty (1936-2022): A prolific Odia writer and a recognized academician. Her notable works include Pata Dei, Kasturi Mruga O Sabuja Aranya, Kunti Kuntala Sakuntala, Khela Ghara, Naiku Rasta, Bastraharana, Andhakarara Chhai, Michh Michhika, Sitara Sonita and many more. She has won numerous awards like Bisuba Puraskar, Sarala Puraskar, Odisha Sahitya Akademi Award, Kendra Sahitya Akademi Award, Atibadi Jagannath Das Puraskar. She has been awarded Padmashree for her contribution in the field of literature and education. She has enriched Odia fiction particularly the genre of short story in the context of thematic treatment and style. This collection of short stories in English translation is an intellectual endeavour to reach out a wider reading public. Read More Read Less