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Neeladri Vijay: The Gorious Homecoming

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Neeladri Vijaya unfolds against the twilight of Chilika Lake, where the exiled Ramachandra Dev, once a mighty ruler, disguises himself as a humble oarsman while Lord Jagannath lies hidden in peril. Amidst drought and betrayal, loyal companions Lakshmi Paramaguru and Vishnu Paschim Kabat risk everything to rally allies and thwart a fraudulent Navakalevara. Secret journeys through forests and waterways, conspiracies in Murshidabad’s opulent court, and battles at Pipili weave a tale of devotion and defiance. At its heart lies Ramachandra’s agonizing choice between sacred duty and forbidden love for Razia. With shifting alliances and looming treachery, this epic novel dramatizes faith, sacrifice, and identity in an era of uncertainty, culminating in the deities’ triumphant restoration to Puri’s Ratna Simhasana.

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Surendra Mohanty (1922-1990) was one of Odisha’s most distinguished literary figures, celebrated for his novels, short stories, travelogues, and critical essays. A recipient of the Padma Shri, Sahitya Akademi Award, and Sarala Award, he combined creative brilliance with public service, serving as President of the Odisha Sahitya Akademi and as a Member of Parliament. His works, including Neeladri Vijaya, Neelashaila, and Kulabrudha, are marked by historical depth, emotional intensity, and cultural resonance. As editor of leading newspapers and a prolific author of nearly fifty books, Mohanty remains a towering presence in modern Odia literature, inspiring generations of readers.

Dr. Gurudev Meher, a distinguished translator and academic, is an Associate Professor in the PG Department of English at Ravenshaw University, Cuttack, Odisha. With over fifteen years in academia, he excels in postcolonial criticism, diaspora studies, and translation. His research is published in prestigious journals worldwide. His passion for literature and translation is evident in his work on diasporic writing and translating Odia novels into English, bridging cultural narratives and reaching a wider audience. His notable translations include The Changeover, the English version of Surendra Mohanty’s Kalantara, and Night in the Metropolis and Other Stories, both published by Bloomsbury Publishing and Black Eagle Books in 2019 and 2023, respectively. These works highlight his skill in preserving Odia literature’s essence for global readers.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Black Eagle Books
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 4 December 2025
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 356 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1645607976
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1645607977
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 413 g
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.97 x 2.01 x 21.59 cm
  • Importer ‏ : ‎ Atlantic Publishers and Distributors (P) Ltd., 7/22, Ansari Road, Darya Ganj, New Delhi – 110002 INDIA, Email – customercare@atlanticbooks.com, Ph – 011-47320500
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