Otiprakrito

A visual encylopedia of the mythical creatures of Bengal

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Featuring over one hundred stunning illustrations from Bengali and indigenous artists, this book draws references from Bengali oral traditions, Puthi literature, Hindu Mythology and folktale collections from seven different indigenous cultures.

Look Inside

Bonobibi: Nurturing forest-diety of the Sundarbans
Bonobibi: Nurturing forest-diety of the Sundarbans
Sangkni: Half woman-half snake from Garo folklore
Sangkni: Half woman-half snake from Garo folklore
Vetala: A corpse-possessing entity from Hindu mythology
Vetala: A corpse-possessing entity from Hindu mythology

Features

  • Navy-blue matte dust jacket with beautiful embossed gold ornamentation featuring elements from Islamic, Hindu and indigenous cultures.
  • Featuring Subha Letterpress - a beautiful vintage Bengali childrens’ book inspired typography on 80 gsm créme paper.
  • Dozens of creatures that have been illustrated for the first time ever.

How to order

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Otiprakrito is only shipping within Bangladesh. International availability will be announced soon.