The text copied here is an adaptation in Sylhét Nāgri script from the original Haribamsa possibly written by Bhabānanda in the 17th century. It is a love story of Krishna and Rādhā, the Hindu god and ogddess. It was very popular among the Muslims of the region of Śilcar for whose benefit it was written in the Sylhét Nāgri script.
In its cultural aspect Islam absorbed many of the non-Islamic elements common in the region. This element of acculturation is expressed through such texts.
The original volume was printed and is undated. The title page and pages 65 and 66 are missing. It measures 210mm x 120mm. The main text is found on pages 27-112, and this is all that has been copied.
