Joymati Konwari : A Historical Play of Lakshminath Bezbarua

Abstract

Historical plays in Assamese literature became more popular after the decline of the Mythological period. In Assamese Literature Historical plays are very popular and get important position in Assamese literature. In Jonaki Era of Assamese Literature, Lakshminath Bezbarua is one of the prominent play writers and his historical play Joymati Konwari is one of the great works of Assamese literature, which depict the period of revolution, sacrifice and beginning of the ruin of the Ahom period. Joymati Konwari Shows the sacrifice of Ahom woman for her country and also Shakespearean influence in it.