India's literary landscape is rich and diverse, offering stories that resonate globally. Here are 7 authors whose works are essential reads.
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Nobel laureate Tagore's "Gitanjali" is a poetic masterpiece that introduced Indian literature to the world stage.
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Creator of the fictional town Malgudi, Narayan's stories like "Swami and Friends" depict everyday Indian life with charm.
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Roy's debut novel, "The God of Small Things," won the Booker Prize for its haunting portrayal of family and forbidden love.
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Rushdie's "Midnight's Children" blends magical realism with historical fiction, capturing India's transition to independence.
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Lahiri's "Interpreter of Maladies" explores the Indian-American experience, earning her a Pulitzer Prize.
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Seth's "A Suitable Boy" is an epic tale of love and politics in post-independence India, celebrated for its depth and detail.
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Mushtaq's "Heart Lamp," a collection of Kannada short stories, recently won the International Booker Prize, highlighting regional narratives.