Labanyabati

“Labanyabati” by Dr. Baishnab Charan Samal is an edited volume of the classic Odia poetic work “Labanyabati” originally penned by Kabi Samrat Upendra Bhanja. Dr. Samal’s contribution lies in his role as the editor, making this significant medieval Odia literary masterpiece accessible and perhaps offering critical insights or annotations. Upendra Bhanja’s “Labanyabati” is a celebrated work in Odia literature, known for its ornate language, intricate descriptions, and exploration of themes such as love, beauty, and mythology. Dr. Baishnab Charan Samal, a renowned Odia writer and critic himself, has numerous scholarly works and literary criticisms to his credit, often focusing on Odia literature, spirituality, and identity. His editorship of “Labanyabati” would therefore bring his academic expertise to this historical text.