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Publisher: Original Black Classic
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Language: English
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Binding: Paperback
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Pages: 168
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Item Weight: 160 g
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Dimensions: 21 x 14 x 0.8 cm
About the Book
Untouchable is a novel by Mulk Raj Anand, first published in 1935. The novel quickly established Anand as one of India's leading English authors and remains a significant work in Indian literature. Inspired by the author’s aunt's personal experience of being ostracized for sharing a meal with a Muslim woman, the book explores the harsh realities of caste discrimination in India. It follows the life of Bakha, a young "untouchable" who faces the brutal injustices of his society. Through its poignant portrayal of the struggles of the marginalized, Untouchable became a landmark in Indian social fiction, offering a powerful critique of the caste system and the deeply entrenched social inequalities.
