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The Blend of Humour and Character Interactions in Bhabani Bhattacharya’s “Shadow from Ladakh”

Author : Dr. Upendra Kumar Dwivedi

Abstract :

Bhabani Bhattacharya stands out among the current generation of Indo-Anglian writers. He effortlessly showcases his talent in felicitous English, displaying both ease and compassion. Bhattacharya skilfully crafts a compelling drama that delves into the internal turmoil of modern India, making it a prominent theme throughout his work. As one of the most renowned contemporary Indian-Anglo novelists, Bhattacharya cannot be dismissed as a minor essayist. In the realm of Indo-Anglian literature, he is a remarkable writer who can easily rival his peers. He is undeniably one of the influential literary forces who have made significant contributions to the development of Indian fiction in English. Being an observer of both Pre-and Post-independent India, Bhattacharya, like many of his contemporaries, captures the spiritual anguish, challenges, desires, contradictions, anxieties, disappointments, and hopes of his nation. While his fictional output may not claim to break new ground, it is undeniable that he has carved out a distinguished place for himself in Indian literature.

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Bhabani Bhattacharya, committed writer, social reformer, modernity.