Members of BRAC Bank’s Chuadanga Reading Café assembled for a vibrant discussion on Kobej Lethel, the acclaimed novel by Moinul Ahsan Saber.
This literary masterpiece against the backdrop of the Liberation War of Bangladesh, opened up a platform to delve deeply into the nation’s history.
Kobej Lethel intricately weaves the tales of freedom fighters, Pakistani soldiers, collaborators, and the brutal battles that define nation’s independence. Beyond the physical struggles of war, the novel explores the profound transformation of human minds in a time of upheaval.
During the discussion, participants reflected on the events leading to the Liberation War and how these shaped the nation’s identity. Discussants underscored the importance of Kobej Lethel as a literary testimony to the sacrifices and resilience of that era, noting its relations fostering a deeper understanding of Bangladesh’s history.
The Reading Café initiative, a signature program of BRAC Bank, aims to promote a culture of reading and intellectual engagement among the bank’s co-workers. The Chuadanga branch’s discussion on Kobej Lethel exemplifies the program’s mission to encourage dialogue around literature that inspires reflection on critical social and national issues.
