The Poison Tree - A Tale of Hindu Life in Bengal

"The Poison Tree" (originally Vishabriksha) is one of the earliest Bengali novels, presenting a powerful domestic drama set in 19th-century Bengal. It revolves around Nagendra, his devoted wife Suryamukhi, and the charming widow Kundalini. The story explores themes of love, temptation, betrayal, and societal expectations, particularly focusing on the complex role of women in traditional Hindu society. As Nagendra becomes emotionally entangled with Kundalini, his choices set off a chain of personal and social consequences. Through vivid narrative and moral tension, the novel highlights the conflict between personal desire and duty.
"The Poison Tree - A Tale of Hindu Life in Bengal" is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1884.