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Travails of an Immigrant: A Study of Jhumpa Lahiri’s ‘The Namesake’

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dc.contributor.author Shekhawat, Sushila
dc.date.accessioned 2023-04-17T08:46:44Z
dc.date.available 2023-04-17T08:46:44Z
dc.date.issued 2006-01
dc.identifier.uri http://dspace.bits-pilani.ac.in:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/10372
dc.description.abstract Since its inception in 19th century, Indian writing in English has coruscated worldwide and the English works of Indian authors have been highly appreciated even by the people of English-speaking nations. Not remaining confined to the restricted gamut of themes and style of olden days, Indian writing in English has made its Dent in myriad human concerns at the hands of great number of Indian writers. In the present anthology, a sincere attempt has been made to provide an in-depth study of the works of reputed Indian authors like bhabani Bhattacharya, Amitabh Ghosh, Shashi Tharoor, Raj Kamal Jha, Arundhati Roy, Jhumpa Lahiri, br> Shobha de, Manju Kapur, Anita Nair to name but a few. Aiming at encouraging variegated opinions without conforming to fixed and rigorous critical canons, the anthology not only focuses on novels but also on the other forms of literature that are brilliant evocation of historical, philosophical and social Issues of great importance. It also traverses through psychological and subliminal issues. Contributors to the present anthology have explored the varied aspects of literary works of the noted and award-winning writers, besides analysing critically and impartial the question of equal rights for women raised by the eminent Indian writers in their works. It is hoped that Indian writings in English would prove indispensable for the students of English literature and would even appeal to those interested in the English works of Indian writers. It will undoubtedly enkindle in readers an avid interest towards their works and also help them sharpen their critical understanding with its ample food for thought. en_US
dc.language.iso en en_US
dc.publisher Atlantic Publishers and Distributors Pvt. Ltd. en_US
dc.subject Humanities en_US
dc.subject Immigrant en_US
dc.title Travails of an Immigrant: A Study of Jhumpa Lahiri’s ‘The Namesake’ en_US
dc.type Book chapter en_US


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