Jamidar Darpan By Mir Massarraf Hossain

Jamidar Darpan

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Mir Mosharraf Hossain's Jamidar Darpan is a landmark 19th-century play that holds a mirror to the oppressive zamindari system of Bengal. The drama portrays the exploitation and suffering of rural peasants at the hands of powerful and corrupt landlords. Written with sharp social insight, the play was a powerful voice of protest against injustice. It remains an essential work for understanding the social history of the period and the origins of modern Bengali theatre.

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Jamidar Darpan by Mir Mosharraf Hossain is a pioneering work of social protest theatre from the 19th century. The play presents a stark and realistic depiction of the tyranny of the zamindari system, reflecting the "helpless, sorrowful cries of oppressed people". As a member of a zamindar family himself, the author offers a unique and critical insider's perspective on the exploitation faced by the peasantry. This drama is a vital piece for understanding the socio-political currents of its time and the development of realism in Bengali theatre. You can discover more theatrical books in our collection of Bengali plays.


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