Mythical Metamorphosis: The Timeless Influence of Myths in Literary Realms and Retelling of The Ramayana by R. K. Narayan

Authors

  • Dr. Reshu Shukla Assistant Professor Department of English, S.B.D. P.G. College, Dhampur, Bijnor, UP, India.

Keywords:

Myths, Legends, Ancient Literature, Retelling, Mythical symbolism, Contemporary Literature, Intertextuality, Cultural heritage, Narrative Innovation.

Abstract

Indian literature captures the rich historical, spiritual, and cultural fabric of Indian culture through its intricate web of myths and tales. Myths have been used as a literary canvas, a source of inspiration, and a way to preserve culture in anything from classical texts to modern works. The paper explores the many ways that myths and legends have influenced Indian literature, highlighting the continuing power of these ageless stories using a variety of allusions. Myths and philosophical ideas may be found in abundance in the Vedas and Upanishads, the fundamental writings of Hinduism. The Ramayana and Mahabharata, the legendary epics and great Indian classics, continue to inspire generations of writers. This paper aims to study the retelling of myths and legends in R.K. Narayan’s The Ramayana. The work shares a common fascination with mythology and seeks to explore the distinctive ways in which Narayan depicts myths and legends in his work, examining the theme, characters, narrative technique, cultural nuances and contemporary resonance that distinguish this literary masterpiece.

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Published

2024-02-29

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Mythical Metamorphosis: The Timeless Influence of Myths in Literary Realms and Retelling of The Ramayana by R. K. Narayan. (2024). Knowledgeable Research: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 2(07), 34-49. https://knowledgeableresearch.com/index.php/1/article/view/217

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