Worlds Within

Anurag Bandyopadhyay



Worlds Within by Anurag Bandyopadhyay is a novel set in Bengal, India, against a backdrop of the early 20th century during the Swadeshi movement.

Fiction.

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In the narrative, a woman navigates the complexities of national identity and personal freedom. Her tranquil domestic life is disrupted when her husband introduces a fervent nationalist into their home, who advocates for complete independence from colonial rule.

As tensions rise, she begins to question her own values and beliefs, torn between her husband's moderate stance and the revolutionary's radical ideas. She finds herself drawn to the passion and energy of the nationalist, which awakens a sense of individuality and empowerment within her.

The intimate and political spheres become increasingly intertwined, leading to conflicts and introspection. She grapples with her evolving sense of self, the influence of the two men in her life, and the broader implications of the nationalist movement on personal and societal levels.

Ultimately, the narrative examines the intersection of the personal and political, exploring themes of tradition, modernity, loyalty, and the struggle for autonomy. Through this journey, she embodies the turbulent shifts occurring in a society on the brink of transformation.

This book is approximately 59,950 words.

Key terms: India, History, Autonomy, Independence movements, Fiction

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