Documentation: Preparing the List of work cited

Hello! This blog is a response to an assigned task by Megha Trivedi ma’am. It deals with Documentation: Preparing  the List of work cited in which i we have to written one book review and cited the works. i have written book review of Untouchable.

About Author

Mulk Raj Anand, (born December 12, 1905,  peshawar [now in Pakistan]—died September 28, 2004, Pune), prominent Indian author of novels, short stories, and critical essays in English, who is known for his realistic and sympathetic portrayal of the poor in India. He is considered a founder of the English-language Indian Novel

"Untouchable" is a novel written by Mulk Raj Anand that explores the plight of the untouchables in Indian society. Anand depicts the life of Bakha, a young sweeper boy, who is born into a lower caste family and is forced to face social discrimination and prejudice throughout his life. The novel is set in the 1930s during the time of British  rule in India and highlights the brutal reality of the caste system.

The novel presents a powerful and emotional portrayal of the life of Bakha and his community. Through Bakha's experiences, Anand highlights the inherent cruelty of the caste system and its impact on individuals and society. The novel is a poignant and insightful critique of the caste system in India and its effects on the lives of those who are considered "untouchables."

Anand's writing style is simple yet powerful, which allows the reader to connect with the characters and their struggles. The novel's theme of social justice and equality is relevant even today, and the message of the novel remains timeless.

The novel has received widespread critical acclaim, and it has been translated into several languages. Here are some of the critical reviews of the novel:

According to Professor Rajeshwar Mittapalli, "Anand's "Untouchable" is a powerful indictment of the caste system and its impact on individuals and society. The novel's strength lies in its ability to depict the harsh reality of the caste system through the eyes of its protagonist."

In her review, Nidhi Sharma notes, "Anand's novel is a moving portrayal of the life of Bakha and his community. The novel's message is clear - caste-based discrimination and prejudice have no place in a just society."

In his review, Professor P. Venkatachalapathy writes, "Anand's "Untouchable" is a masterpiece of Indian literature. The novel's depiction of the inhumanity of the caste system is a powerful critique of the social order in India."

According to Professor K. N. Panikkar, "Anand's "Untouchable" is a classic of modern Indian literature. The novel's portrayal of the life of Bakha and his community is a vivid and honest account of the reality of the caste system."

In his review, Professor M. Asaduddin writes, "Anand's novel is a compelling critique of the caste system in India. The novel's message is that social justice and equality are essential for a just society."

Overall, "Untouchable" is a powerful and moving novel that sheds light on the brutal reality of the caste system in India. Anand's writing style, combined with his insightful critique of the social order in India, makes this novel a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the challenges faced by those who are considered "untouchables."

Work Cited:

Anand, Mulk Raj. Untouchable. Penguin Modern Classics, 2014.

Asaduddin, M. "Untouchable - A Review." The Book Review, vol. 36, no. 6, 2012, pp. 17-18.

Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Mulk Raj Anand". Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 Mar. 2023, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Mulk-Raj-Anand. Accessed 14 March 2023.

Mittapalli, Rajeshwar. "Untouchable: A Critical Study." International Journal of English Language, Literature and Humanities, vol. 5, no. 7, 2017, pp. 172-180.

Panikkar, K. N. "Untouchable: A Critical Review." Social Scientist, vol. 40, no. 5/6, 2012, pp. 101-105.

Sharma, Nidhi. "Untouchable: A Review." The Literary Herald, vol. 4, no.