Literature with history of legacy
The literary history of Assam is very old. The value of Assamese literature is immense in the history of world literature. Through hundreds of years of evolution, Assamese literature has reached glorious heights today. In today's article, we will learn about such legendary Assamese writers whose talents and literary work have enriched the literary history of Assam.
Ambikagiri Raichoudhury
Among legendary Assamese writers, Ambikagiri Roychowdhury is at the top. He was an author, poet, essayist, journalist, nationalist freedom fighter of Assam. He played a very active role in the country's freedom movement against the British government. Ambikagiri Roychowdhury, an ardent follower of Mahatma Gandhi, composed many patriotic songs while in jail, which greatly inspired the youth of the country. Among his notable works are the poetry books 'Tumi' and 'Veena'. His magazine 'Chetna' and patriotic drama 'Bandini Bharat' made the British government especially angry with him. This great patriotic writer passed away at the age of 82.
Lakshminath Bezbaruah
Lakshminath Bezbaruah, one of the pioneers of Assamese literature, wrote the national anthem of Assam, O mur Apunar Desh. Lakshminath Bezbaruah has enriched Assamese literature as a short story writer.
Historical essayist, author of children's literature. The two highest Assamese literary titles, 'Sahityarathi 'and' Rasaraj', were awarded to him. His intense respect and love for his country and mother tongue have always been reflected in his literary work.
Nalini Devi
Another most important far-sighted and important littérateur of her time. 'Padma Shri' was awarded to her for her invaluable contributions to the literary world. 'Alakananda', her collection of poems, got her Sahitya Akademi in 1968. Her father was a great freedom Fighter. She wrote numerous poems and songs for her father while he was in jail. She wrote her first poem, 'Pita' at the age of 10, which was a homage to her. Her father's biography 'Tirtha' and her biography 'Eri Oha Dinbur' are among her famous literary works.
Hem Baruah
Hem Baruah, 'Ramdhenu Era's renowned writer, helped to improve Assamese literature's value through his unique writing and vision. His poems and writings show a deep affection for the country's people. His efforts to improve modern Assamese literature is commendable. The title of 'Tyagbir' was given to him for his boundless love for the Assamese people. He was also an important politician. 'BaliSanda', 'Congress Buranji' and 'Bilat Mahatma' are popular literary works of his.
Ananda Chandra Barua
Known as 'Bokulbonor Kobi', this renowned writer was a storyteller, poet and also the legend of literature of children. Sahitya Akademi and Padmashree were given to him for his outstanding literary work. 'Bakul Boner Kotha' is his most popular poetry book.
Birinchi Kumar Barua
The contribution of Birinchi Kumar Barua in the history of Assamese literature is undeniable. His numerous literary works have helped to elevate the literature of Assam. He has embellished Assamese literature through his stories, essays, plays, short stories and various notable literary works. He has studied the folk songs of the North-Eastern region of India deeply. Furthermore, he has done a lot of research work with the folk artists of that region. Not only that, but he played a leading role in establishing the famous Guwahati University.
