While the is excellent for keyword searches (e.g., you can hit Ctrl+F to find every time Shekhar speaks in Parineeta ), Sarat Chandra’s work is best enjoyed in physical form. The rhythmic flow of Bangla prose on paper induces a different concentration level. If you rely solely on the PDF of Volume 1, consider printing the first chapter of Biraj Bou just to feel the texture of the language.
: For the Bengali diaspora living outside of West Bengal or Bangladesh, finding physical copies of these books can be challenging and expensive. A Note on Reading and Ethics Sarat Rachanabali 1 by Sarat Chandra Chatterjee.pdf