1Dr. Noor Uddin Ahmed, 2Dr. Farid Uddin Ahmed, 3Amina Khatun
1Associate Professor, Department of Arabic, Cotton University, Guwahati, Assam, India
2Assistant Professor, Department of Arabic, Cotton University, Guwahati, Assam, India
3Research Scholar, Department of Arabic, Cotton University, Guwahati, Assam, India
DOI : https://doi.org/10.47191/ijmra/v8-i04-35Google Scholar Download Pdf
ABSTRACT:
Syed Abdul Malik’s Aghari Atmar Kahini (A Tale of Homeless Soul) is a compelling exploration of identity, emotional turmoil, and existential crises, reflecting the complexities of human relationships within Assamese society. This research paper provides a thematic analysis of the novel, focusing on the protagonist’s psychological struggles, marital discord, and the broader philosophical implications of self-discovery. Through its deeply introspective narrative, the novel presents a conflict between tradition and individuality, where characters grapple with their desires, regrets, and emotional alienation. The paper examines Malik’s nuanced portrayal of strained marital relationships, particularly the tensions between Aparajita and Niranjan Khaund and Sasanka Choudhury's intervention. The novel metaphorically represents human restlessness and the search for meaning, portraying life as a journey filled with introspection and disillusionment. The use of symbolic imagery, such as space and movement, reinforces the theme of existential wandering, making the protagonist’s struggles a universal reflection on human dissatisfaction and longing for emotional fulfillment. By analyzing the narrative structure, character development, and philosophical undertones of Aghari Atmar Kahini, this paper seeks to highlight Malik’s contribution to Assamese literature and his engagement with modernist themes of alienation and identity crisis. The study also positions the novel within the broader discourse of existential literature, drawing parallels with global literary traditions that explore similar themes. Ultimately, this research emphasizes how Malik’s novel transcends its regional setting to address the universal human condition, making it a significant work in Indian literature.
KEYWORDS:Identity crisis, Emotional turmoil, Existentialism, Assamese literature, Marital discord, Symbolism, etc.
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16) Ibid. p. 175
17) Ibid. p. 254
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