The Green of Bengal and Other Stories

In Gautam Benegal’s collection of short stories, the characters come alive with a familiarity that almost mirrors our own encounters with neighbors, uncles, and nieces. Set against the backdrop of Calcutta in the late 1980s and the early ’90s, these narratives capture a spectrum of human experiences. From a guest grappling with epic gastric trouble to a besieged political campaigner, a cruel critic, a secret murderer, and more, Benegal weaves tales that resonate with both nostalgia and darkness. The stories are not mere reflections of a bygone era but carry a timeless quality, each character embodying universal traits that transcend the specific time and place.