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The Namesake

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  • 291 stron
  • 11 godzin czytania

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In this novel, Lahiri explores themes of the immigrant experience, cultural clashes, assimilation conflicts, and the complex ties between generations. She masterfully captures the details that evoke profound emotions. The story follows the Ganguli family as they transition from their traditional life in Calcutta to their new existence in America. After their arranged marriage, Ashoke and Ashima Ganguli move to Cambridge, Massachusetts. While Ashoke, an engineer, adapts more easily, Ashima struggles with the American lifestyle and yearns for her family back home. The naming of their son, Gogol, reflects the challenges of merging old traditions with a new culture. Burdened by his unique name and heritage, Gogol navigates the complexities of being a first-generation immigrant, facing conflicting loyalties, humorous situations, and intense relationships. Lahiri's empathetic portrayal of Gogol reveals the impact of parental expectations and the journey toward self-definition. Praised for her elegance and poise, Lahiri delivers a nuanced, intimate exploration of identity in this deeply felt narrative.

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The Namesake, Jhumpa Lahiri

Język
Rok wydania
2004
Oprawa
(miękka),
Stan książki
Dobry
Cena
30,49 zł

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4,0
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99+ Ocena

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Tytuł
The Namesake
Język
angielski
Rok wydania
2004
Oprawa
miękka
Liczba stron
291
ISBN10
0007196075
ISBN13
9780007196074
Seria
Oryginalna nazwa
The namesake
Ocena
4 z 5
Opis
In this novel, Lahiri explores themes of the immigrant experience, cultural clashes, assimilation conflicts, and the complex ties between generations. She masterfully captures the details that evoke profound emotions. The story follows the Ganguli family as they transition from their traditional life in Calcutta to their new existence in America. After their arranged marriage, Ashoke and Ashima Ganguli move to Cambridge, Massachusetts. While Ashoke, an engineer, adapts more easily, Ashima struggles with the American lifestyle and yearns for her family back home. The naming of their son, Gogol, reflects the challenges of merging old traditions with a new culture. Burdened by his unique name and heritage, Gogol navigates the complexities of being a first-generation immigrant, facing conflicting loyalties, humorous situations, and intense relationships. Lahiri's empathetic portrayal of Gogol reveals the impact of parental expectations and the journey toward self-definition. Praised for her elegance and poise, Lahiri delivers a nuanced, intimate exploration of identity in this deeply felt narrative.