RAJA RAO : KANTHAPURA - EL

Book Details:

• Author: Dr. S. Sen

• Publisher: UNIQUE PUBLISHERS INDIA PVT LTD

• ISBN: 9789395259088

• Edition: 2023rd

• Language: English

• Cover: Paperback

• Publication Date: 17 January 2023

About the Book:
Kanthapura, first published in 1938, gained international fame after the release of Raja Rao's The Serpent and the Rope. Over time, Kanthapura has come to be regarded as a classic of Indo-Anglian fiction. The novel portrays the Gandhian Movement and its profound impact on a small village named Kanthapura.

Set against the backdrop of India's early freedom struggle, the novel explores the height of the Civil Disobedience Movement during the years 1919-22 and 1930-31. It focuses on the non-violent and non-cooperation movements initiated by Mahatma Gandhi and their influence on the social and political life of India.

This edition includes the following key features:

• Detailed Study of Raja Rao and Kanthapura

• Chapter-wise Summary of the novel with Critical Comments

• Study of Important Textual Aspects

• Important University Questions with answers

• Selected Literary Criticism

Ideal for students, scholars, and readers interested in Indian literature, this edition provides an in-depth analysis of Raja Rao's work, helping readers better understand the historical and political significance of the novel, as well as its literary importance.