Indian Writings in English (Hardbound - 2006)

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, 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 impartially 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.

Binod Mishra, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of English at BITS, Pilani (Rajasthan). Earlier, he has served as Head of the Department of English, Rangachahi College, Majuli, Assam for five years. He has attended various conferences, seminars and workshops of national and international standards and has contributed articles extensively to several journals and anthologies, besides publishing poems both in Hindi and English. He has authored a book entitled Existential Concerns of Mulk Raj Anand (2005) and co-edited Communicating at Work: Shifting Paradigm and Emerging Trends (2005). He is a co-editor of BITSCAN-Semester News, a biannual newsletter published from BITS, Pilani. His areas of interest include Indian Writing in English, Modern Fiction, Modern Poetry and Criticism. Besides, he is actively involved in carrying out research in the areas of Technical & Communicative English.