Hossain was born in the village of Kaya (now in
Kumarkhali Upazila under
Kushtia District, Bangladesh). His father was Hazi Abdul Ali and his mother was Majeda begum. His wife was Hashna Banu. He completed a Bachelor of Arts from
Ripon College, Calcutta, Not until 1950 was he able to get it published. == Writings ==