Explore Snake and Other Stories 1st Edition by Premendra Mitra—a compelling collection of short fiction that presents a vivid portrait of modern Bengali society. With narratives that are chilling in their bleakness yet leavened with humor and compassion, this anthology captures lives marked by decay, disenchantment, and the stark realities of urban existence. Set against the backdrop of a degenerate aristocracy, petty criminals, and the embittered middle classes, these stories offer contemporary insights into human resilience and despair, reflecting political, social, and emotional undercurrents with remarkable depth.