Sarojesh Mukerjee

Historical Biography

The Life and Times of David Hare

A fascinating story of the Scottish reformer who transformed education in Bengal.

Political Satire

The Ascent: An Occasional Diary

A witty and sharp reflection on ambition, politics, corruption, and modern society.

Mystery Drama

Rich Man, Poor Man, Beggar Man, Thief

A gripping weekend reunion filled with secrets, betrayal, greed, and suspense.

Business History

Merchants to Moguls

Discover Bengal’s forgotten entrepreneurs who shaped industries and institutions.

The Life and Times of
David Hare

This is the remarkable story of a Scotsman who arrived in Calcutta in 1801 to make a living as a watchmaker but remained in the city, having dedicated...

The Ascent:
An Occasional Diary

Embark on a hilarious and thought-provoking joumey through the labyrinth of politics and corruption in The Ascent, a satirical gem disguised as the journal...

Rich Man, Poor Man,
Beggar Man, Thief

What do you get when you throw twelve old friends, a secluded farmhouse, too much alcohol, and way too many secrets into one weekend? Murder. Mayhem.

Merchants to Moguls

Merchants to Moguls restores to history the Bengali entrepreneurs who built fortunes, founded institutions, and quietly challenged colonial structures—yet have been largely forgotten.

A LITTLE ABOUT the author

Sarojesh Mukerjee’s day job is teaching Economics and International History at The Cambridge School, which he founded in 2003. He is primarily interested in the colonial history of his city, Calcutta, but also dips into other genres such as comedy and crime.  He lives in Calcutta with his family, including Pongo, Bingo and Bertie.