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Satyajit Ray Books: Biography, Best Books & Where to Read Them

1921–1992 · Calcutta (Kolkata), India
📖 Best for: Grades 6–8 (ages 11–14) · Teens (14+)

Satyajit Ray booksbooks by Satyajit RayFeludar Goendagiri (Feluda’s first case)The Golden Fortress (Sonar Kella)Professor Shonku stories

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Who is Satyajit Ray?

Satyajit Ray, India’s greatest filmmaker, also wrote hugely popular Bengali fiction for young readers: the detective Feluda and the eccentric inventor Professor Shonku.

Where to start

New to Satyajit Ray? Start with Feluda stories.

Satyajit Ray’s best-known books, in order

Satyajit Ray’s books are under copyright, so Pagine doesn’t host them — but you can borrow every title below free. Tap Local library to see which libraries near you have it, Libby / OverDrive to borrow the ebook or audiobook with your library card, or Open Library for free online lending.

  1. Feludar Goendagiri (Feluda’s first case) (1965)
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  2. The Golden Fortress (Sonar Kella) (1971)
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  3. Professor Shonku stories
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Danny the detective
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Shadow, the Mysterious Detective
Shadow, the Mysterious Detective
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A. Hyatt Verrill
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Satyajit Ray?

Satyajit Ray, India’s greatest filmmaker, also wrote hugely popular Bengali fiction for young readers: the detective Feluda and the eccentric inventor Professor Shonku.

What is Satyajit Ray’s most famous book?

Feluda stories is a great place to start; other favourites include Feludar Goendagiri (Feluda’s first case), The Golden Fortress (Sonar Kella), Professor Shonku stories.

What age are Satyajit Ray’s books for?

Satyajit Ray’s books are best for grades 6–8 (ages 11–14) · teens (14+).

Can I read Satyajit Ray’s books free online?

Satyajit Ray’s books are still under copyright, so they are not free to download. You can borrow them free: from your public library (search WorldCat), as ebooks and audiobooks with a library card through Libby/OverDrive, or from Open Library’s free lending. Pagine links to each below, and suggests similar books you can read free right now.

Where can I borrow Satyajit Ray books near me?

Search WorldCat to see which libraries near you have a copy, or ask your school or public library. Most libraries also lend Satyajit Ray ebooks and audiobooks free through the Libby app.

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