Anandmath is the legendary novel written by the famed nationalist poet, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay in 1882 and translated into several languages since. It is inspired by and set in the background of the Sannyasi Rebellion in the late 18th century, it is considered one of the most important novels in the history of Bengali and Indian literature. The saga of 'Ananda Math' is thrilling and best epitomised in the patriotic mass-puller song "Bande Mataram' ('Hail thee, O My Motherland'). The song is still a mantra that stirs the imagination of millions of Hindus.