Abubakar Siddique (1936-2023)
Novels: Jalarakshas (The Water Demon, 1985); Kharadaha (Flame of Drought, 1987); Barudpora Prohor (Gun-Powder Time, 1966); Ekatturer Hridobhasma (The Heart Ash of 1971, 1997).
Awards: Bangla Academy Award (1988); Bangladesh Kathashilpi Sangsad Prize; Bangabhasha Sanskriti Prasar Samity Award (Kolkata); Khulna Sahitya Parishad Award; Bagerhat Foundation Award; Rishij Medal; Bangladesh Lekhika Sangha Gold Medal.
