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Indian writing in English is an entirely different genre in itself. Most of the works are a reflection of the society, history, the culture and the problems faced by communities in India. Many authors of India have won international awards for their unique style, and for capturing the diversity of India in their works.
Here are six of India’s well-known authors that you must read.
1. Mulk Raj Anand
Mulk Raj Anand is one of the most popular Indian writers whose books are known for its depiction of the backward and the poor in the country. His novels Coolie and Untouchable explicitly talk about the plight of the downtrodden in the country. They give you a glimpse of the millions who are living in the slums and backward places of the country.
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2. Amitava Kumar
Amitava Kumar is one of India’s well-known writers who bring out the complexities of the society, and also deals with philosophical topics such as ‘realism’ in his writing. His non-fiction and poetry have been published in The New York Times, The Guardian, New Statesman, American Prospect and many more. A Foreigner Carrying in the Crook of His Arm a Tiny Bomb is one of his best works that talk about war and its human repercussions.
3. Rohinton Mistry
Rohinton Mistry is an Indian-born Canadian writer who is widely recognized for his works on India’s history and heritage. The fine balance is one of his best-written novels; it deals with the problems faced by different communities of India during the period of Emergency between 1975 to 1977.
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4. Kamala Das
Kamala Surraya also known as Madhavikutty is a poet from Kerala. Her autobiography, My Story, which was first written in Malayalam and then translated to English is highly appreciated by many readers because of how honestly she talks about her life. Her works are quite explicit and talk about the politics and the issues women face in India.
5. Shashi Tharoor
Shashi Tharoor is well known in India because of his contribution to politics. His works are well-read and are highly appreciated, especially among the literary circles. Shashi Tharoor’s works are quite informative and give us a detailed understanding of the country’s development and its future.
6. Amitav Ghosh
Amitav Ghosh is a Bengali writer known for his fiction and non-fiction works. His works revolve around different topics like fundamentalism, culture and history. The Sea of Poppies is one work that has received much attention in the literary circle. Flood of Fire is another interesting novel that has been widely appreciated for its details and historic information.
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