Welcome to Indian Writers

Course Overview

This comprehensive course explores the rich tradition of Indian writers in English, spanning from the colonial period to contemporary times. You’ll journey through the works of legendary authors who have shaped not only Indian literature but have also made significant contributions to world literature.

What You’ll Learn

📚 Literary Periods & Movements

Colonial and pre-independence literature
Post-independence literary renaissance
Contemporary Indian writing
Regional influences on national literature

✍️ Major Authors Covered

Rabindranath Tagore - Nobel Prize winner and cultural icon
R.K. Narayan - Master of Indian storytelling
Mulk Raj Anand - Social realist and reformer
Anita Desai - Psychological realism pioneer
Ruskin Bond - Nature and childhood specialist
Nissim Ezekiel - Modern Indian poetry
And many more influential voices

🎯 Key Themes

Identity and belonging in post-colonial India
Rural vs. urban experiences
Women’s voices and feminism
Social justice and reform
Cultural preservation and change

Course Structure

This course is organized into author-focused chapters, each containing:

Biography - Life and influences
Major Works - Detailed analysis of key texts
Literary Style - Techniques and characteristics
Themes - Recurring motifs and messages
Mind Maps - Visual summaries for quick review

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will:

Analyze major works of Indian literature with confidence
Understand historical and cultural contexts shaping these works
Compare different authors’ approaches to similar themes
Evaluate the global impact of Indian English literature
Apply critical thinking skills to literary interpretation

Assessment & Expectations

Active Reading - Engage deeply with primary texts
Critical Analysis - Develop your analytical voice
Cultural Context - Connect literature to historical events
Comparative Study - Draw connections between authors
Personal Reflection - Relate themes to contemporary issues

Why Study Indian Writers?

Indian literature in English offers unique perspectives on:

Universal themes through Indian cultural lens
Post-colonial experience and its literary expression
Diverse voices representing India’s complexity
Global literary dialogue between East and West

Ready to begin? Let’s start this fascinating journey through the landscape of Indian literature, where every author offers a window into the soul of a nation and the universality of human experience.

Duration: 12 weeks | Level: Intermediate | Prerequisites: Basic literature knowledge