Chitra: A Play in One Act

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Set against the backdrop of the Mahabharata, the play features Chitrangada, a female warrior striving for Arjuna's affection. This one-act adaptation by Rabindranath Tagore showcases themes of love and identity, and has inspired performances worldwide, including dance interpretations. The republished edition offers a modern, high-quality format, along with a newly commissioned biography of Tagore, a key figure in Bengali literature and music. This makes the antiquarian work more accessible to contemporary readers.