Midnight's Children
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Main Ideas
- The intertwining of historical events and the personal story of the protagonist, highlighting the impact of history on individual destiny
- The use of magical realism as a means to explore and express the experiences of the people of India
- Contemplation of the theme of identity and its fluidity under the influence of cultural and historical context
- A critical view of postcolonial India, its problems and challenges
- Reflections on the meaning of freedom and predestination in a person's life
- Exploration of family relationships, love, and betrayal
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Last updated: 7 July 2024
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction