Night in the Metropolis and Other Stories
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Originally written in Odia, Night in the Metropolis and Other Stories is a classic of modern Indian literature. This captivating collection of short stories features an impressive range of the author's content, form, theme, and style. Mohanty skillfully develops his characters through dialogue and narration, finding an appropriate 'objective correlative' to represent human emotion and sensibility. He uses an impressionistic, non-linear narrative technique that does not impose a moral judgment on the reader. Instead, it provides ample opportunities to think, judge, and conclude without relying ...
Originally written in Odia, Night in the Metropolis and Other Stories is a classic of modern Indian literature. This captivating collection of short stories features an impressive range of the author's content, form, theme, and style. Mohanty skillfully develops his characters through dialogue and narration, finding an appropriate 'objective correlative' to represent human emotion and sensibility. He uses an impressionistic, non-linear narrative technique that does not impose a moral judgment on the reader. Instead, it provides ample opportunities to think, judge, and conclude without relying on authorial comments. Most of the stories in this collection are inspired by youthful enthusiasm and exuberance, seeking to portray the ideals of revolution and freedom imagined in youth. Others are notable for their general suggestiveness, encompassing a broad human vision, gentle intellectuality, and subtle satire.The stories in this book portray the author's personal experiences with life and delve into varied ethical concerns and convictions, evoking a profound sense of justice and humanity. The act of writing also provides a therapeutic release from emotional turmoil. Night in the Metropolis and Other Stories is an artistic expression of Surendra Mohanty's socio-cultural fervour. It effectively expresses his broad perspective on humanity and his fervent revolutionary spirit.
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