Coolie (novel)
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| Author | Mulk Raj Anand |
|---|---|
| Country | India |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Novel |
Publication date | 1936 |
| Media type | |
| ISBN | 978-0-14-018680-2 |
| OCLC | 3682917 |
| 823 20 | |
| LC Class | PR9499.3.A5 C6 1994 |
| Preceded by | Untouchable |
| Followed by | Two Leaves and a Bud |
Coolie is a novel by Mulk Raj Anand first published in 1936.[1] The novel reinforced Anand's position as one of India's leading English authors.[2] The book is highly critical of British rule in India and India's caste system.[3] The plot revolves around a 14-year-old boy, Munoo, and his plight due to poverty and exploitation aided by the social and political structures in place. Anand here tries to break the traditional way of life.[4]
In 2004, a commemorative edition including this book was launched by Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.[5]
References
- ^ "Mulk Raj Anand draws closer to 100". The Times of India. 11 December 2003. Retrieved 31 August 2009.
- ^ "Mulk Raj Anand, 98; Wrote About India's Injustices". Los Angeles Times. 1 October 2004. Retrieved 31 August 2009.
- ^ "Indian author Mulk Raj Anand dies". BBC. 28 September 2004. Retrieved 31 August 2009.
- ^ Bhatnagar, Manmohan Krishna; Mittapalli Rajeshwar (2000). The novels of Mulk Raj Anand: a critical study. Atlantic Publishers. p. 69. ISBN 978-81-7156-934-2. OCLC 237560616.
- ^ "PM releases special commemorative edition on Mulk Raj Anand". Govt of India, Press Information Bureau. 11 December 2004. Retrieved 31 August 2009.
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