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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 imes of India. The Times of India. 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(28 September 2004). Retrieved 31 August 2009.
- ↑ The novels of Mulk Raj Anand: a critical study{{#if:Bhatnagar|, Bhatnagar}. Atlantic Publishers(2000). ISBN 978-81-7156-934-2
- ↑ PM releases special commemorative edition on Mulk Raj Anand. Govt of India, Press Information Bureau(11 December 2004). Retrieved 31 August 2009.