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What primary theme is explored in Jeet Thayil's poetry collection 'These Errors Are Correct'?
What primary theme is explored in Jeet Thayil's poetry collection 'These Errors Are Correct'?
- Romantic relationships
- The beauty of nature
- Identity and alienation (correct)
- Historical events
What character in 'Narcopolis' is a transgender sex worker and drug dealer?
What character in 'Narcopolis' is a transgender sex worker and drug dealer?
- Farooqi
- Mr. Lee
- Rao
- Dimple (correct)
Which of the following best describes the narrative style of Thayil's novel 'Narcopolis'?
Which of the following best describes the narrative style of Thayil's novel 'Narcopolis'?
- Linear and chronological
- Third-person omniscient
- Fragments and stream-of-consciousness (correct)
- Traditional and straightforward
Which magical characteristic is associated with the hero Mocchhander in the title story?
Which magical characteristic is associated with the hero Mocchhander in the title story?
What city serves as the backdrop for the events in 'Narcopolis'?
What city serves as the backdrop for the events in 'Narcopolis'?
How does Thayil's poetry in 'These Errors Are Correct' reflect on human experiences?
How does Thayil's poetry in 'These Errors Are Correct' reflect on human experiences?
What humor aspect is noted in the stories featuring Mocchhander?
What humor aspect is noted in the stories featuring Mocchhander?
What primary issue does the character Rao face in 'Narcopolis'?
What primary issue does the character Rao face in 'Narcopolis'?
What is the main theme explored in Jonathan Safran Foer's novels?
What is the main theme explored in Jonathan Safran Foer's novels?
Which character embarks on a quest related to their father's death in Foer's works?
Which character embarks on a quest related to their father's death in Foer's works?
What motivates Jonathan Safran Foer to reconsider his eating habits as described in 'Eating Animals'?
What motivates Jonathan Safran Foer to reconsider his eating habits as described in 'Eating Animals'?
What narrative style does 'Everything Is Illuminated' predominantly use?
What narrative style does 'Everything Is Illuminated' predominantly use?
What notable event influences the character Oskar Schell in 'Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close'?
What notable event influences the character Oskar Schell in 'Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close'?
Which novel by Sara Gruen was adapted into a film featuring notable actors?
Which novel by Sara Gruen was adapted into a film featuring notable actors?
What is a recurring ethical dilemma discussed in 'Eating Animals'?
What is a recurring ethical dilemma discussed in 'Eating Animals'?
Which aspect of identity is prominently questioned in Foer's works?
Which aspect of identity is prominently questioned in Foer's works?
What central theme is explored in both Ru and Island of a Thousand Mirrors?
What central theme is explored in both Ru and Island of a Thousand Mirrors?
What does the title 'Ru' symbolize in the context of the novel?
What does the title 'Ru' symbolize in the context of the novel?
Which aspect primarily differentiates the perspectives of Sumithra and Leela in Island of a Thousand Mirrors?
Which aspect primarily differentiates the perspectives of Sumithra and Leela in Island of a Thousand Mirrors?
In What Lies Between Us, what emotional themes does the novel primarily examine?
In What Lies Between Us, what emotional themes does the novel primarily examine?
What narrative style is used in Ru by Kim Thúy?
What narrative style is used in Ru by Kim Thúy?
What significant personal event does Leela face in What Lies Between Us?
What significant personal event does Leela face in What Lies Between Us?
What do both novels reveal about the experiences of women in conflict situations?
What do both novels reveal about the experiences of women in conflict situations?
Which of the following best describes the setting of Island of a Thousand Mirrors?
Which of the following best describes the setting of Island of a Thousand Mirrors?
What is the primary theme explored in At the Water's Edge?
What is the primary theme explored in At the Water's Edge?
What significant event leads to Maggie's and Henderson's move to Scotland?
What significant event leads to Maggie's and Henderson's move to Scotland?
In Water for Elephants, what profession does Jacob pursue?
In Water for Elephants, what profession does Jacob pursue?
What prompts Annemarie Zimmer to return to her father's horse farm?
What prompts Annemarie Zimmer to return to her father's horse farm?
Which genre is Margaret Atwood primarily associated with?
Which genre is Margaret Atwood primarily associated with?
What term did James Wood use to describe Zadie Smith's writing style in "White Teeth"?
What term did James Wood use to describe Zadie Smith's writing style in "White Teeth"?
What event critically injures Isabel Duncan in the novel involving the Great Ape Language Lab?
What event critically injures Isabel Duncan in the novel involving the Great Ape Language Lab?
Which novel by Zadie Smith won the 2006 Orange Prize for Fiction?
Which novel by Zadie Smith won the 2006 Orange Prize for Fiction?
In Oryx and Crake, what causes humanity's near extinction?
In Oryx and Crake, what causes humanity's near extinction?
What is the central theme of Delphine de Vigan's novel "Rien ne s'oppose a la nuit"?
What is the central theme of Delphine de Vigan's novel "Rien ne s'oppose a la nuit"?
Which of the following statements best describes Michel Houellebecq's writing?
Which of the following statements best describes Michel Houellebecq's writing?
Which character develops a connection with a Scottish man named Hamish?
Which character develops a connection with a Scottish man named Hamish?
What literary tradition is Isabel Allende known for?
What literary tradition is Isabel Allende known for?
Which novel by Isabel Allende is set in Chile and explores themes of family and the supernatural?
Which novel by Isabel Allende is set in Chile and explores themes of family and the supernatural?
In what year did Michel Houellebecq publish his first novel?
In what year did Michel Houellebecq publish his first novel?
What major award did Delphine de Vigan's novel "No et moi" win in 2008?
What major award did Delphine de Vigan's novel "No et moi" win in 2008?
What is the primary theme of the story involving Alex and his grandmother Kate?
What is the primary theme of the story involving Alex and his grandmother Kate?
Which literary genre is Gabriel García Márquez primarily associated with?
Which literary genre is Gabriel García Márquez primarily associated with?
What notable award did Mario Vargas Llosa win in 2010?
What notable award did Mario Vargas Llosa win in 2010?
What is one of the major works of Gabriel García Márquez?
What is one of the major works of Gabriel García Márquez?
What award did Patricio Pron receive that recognizes the best works published in Spain?
What award did Patricio Pron receive that recognizes the best works published in Spain?
Which country does Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie hail from?
Which country does Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie hail from?
Which of these authors is associated with the Bogotá39 selection for young writers?
Which of these authors is associated with the Bogotá39 selection for young writers?
What type of literary works has Patricio Pron published?
What type of literary works has Patricio Pron published?
Flashcards
Mocchhander's Superpowers
Mocchhander's Superpowers
Mocchhander, a legendary hero, possesses superhuman strength from his magical iron moustaches.
Thayil's Themes
Thayil's Themes
Jeet Thayil's works explore identity, appearances, and human nature.
"These Errors Are Correct" Focus
"These Errors Are Correct" Focus
This poetry collection explores identity, alienation, memory, and fragmentation.
Narcopolis Setting
Narcopolis Setting
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Narcopolis Characters
Narcopolis Characters
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Narcopolis Narrative Style
Narcopolis Narrative Style
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"Narcopolis" Themes
"Narcopolis" Themes
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Jeet Thayil's Background
Jeet Thayil's Background
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Ru Novel Theme
Ru Novel Theme
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Island of a Thousand Mirrors Theme
Island of a Thousand Mirrors Theme
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What Lies Between Us Theme
What Lies Between Us Theme
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Ru Novel's Protagonist
Ru Novel's Protagonist
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Island of a Thousand Mirrors Characters
Island of a Thousand Mirrors Characters
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What Lies Between Us Characters
What Lies Between Us Characters
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Island of a Thousand Mirror's Setting
Island of a Thousand Mirror's Setting
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What Lies Between Us Setting
What Lies Between Us Setting
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Jonathan Safran Foer
Jonathan Safran Foer
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Eating Animals
Eating Animals
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Everything Is Illuminated
Everything Is Illuminated
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Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close
Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close
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Sara Gruen
Sara Gruen
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Water for Elephants
Water for Elephants
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Personal History
Personal History
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Dark Side of Relationships
Dark Side of Relationships
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At the Water's Edge Setting
At the Water's Edge Setting
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Maggie's Journey
Maggie's Journey
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Water for Elephants Setting
Water for Elephants Setting
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Annemarie Zimmer's Struggle
Annemarie Zimmer's Struggle
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Margaret Atwood's Genre
Margaret Atwood's Genre
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Oryx and Crake's World
Oryx and Crake's World
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Expert at Great Ape Language Lab
Expert at Great Ape Language Lab
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Impact of War on Maggie
Impact of War on Maggie
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Zadie Smith's "White Teeth"
Zadie Smith's "White Teeth"
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Delphine de Vigan's "No et moi"
Delphine de Vigan's "No et moi"
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Michel Houellebecq's style
Michel Houellebecq's style
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Isabel Allende
Isabel Allende
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Hysterical Realism
Hysterical Realism
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Zadie Smith's "On Beauty"
Zadie Smith's "On Beauty"
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Michel Houellebecq's Atomised
Michel Houellebecq's Atomised
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"Magic Realism"
"Magic Realism"
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Amazon Rainforest Trip
Amazon Rainforest Trip
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Gabriel García Márquez
Gabriel García Márquez
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Florentino and Fermina
Florentino and Fermina
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Mario Vargas Llosa
Mario Vargas Llosa
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Patricio Pron
Patricio Pron
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Rodrigo Hasbún
Rodrigo Hasbún
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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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Magical Realism
Magical Realism
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Study Notes
Tan Twan Eng
- Born in Penang, lived in various places in Malaysia as a child
- Studied law in London, worked as a lawyer in Kuala Lumpur
- International Writer-in-Residence at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore in 2016
- Translated his first novel, "The Gift of Rain" (2007), into multiple languages
- "The Gift of Rain" (2007) is a historical novel set in 2nd World War II Japanese-occupied Malaya
- Story follows Philip Hutton, a young Anglo-Malay man who reflects on his life and choices
- He forms a close bond with a Japanese mentor (Endo-sensei) and is tested when Japan occupies Malaya
- Explores themes of identity, loyalty, betrayal, psychological scars of war
- Another novel, "The Garden of Evening Mists" (2011), won the Man Asian Literary Prize and the Walter Scott Prize
- Set in post-WWII Malaya, focuses on Yun Ling, a woman scarred by Japanese imprisonment
- She seeks healing by working with Aritomo, a former Japanese gardener in building a garden
- Explores themes of memory, trauma, forgiveness, legacy of war
- Narrative alternates between Yun Ling's adult life and flashbacks of wartime experiences.
Musharraf Ali Farooqi
- Critically acclaimed Pakistani author, novelist, and translator
- Novel "Between Clay and Dust" shortlisted for Man Asian Literary Prize 2012 and longlisted for 2013 DSC Prize for South Asian Literature
- Second novel, "The Story of a Widow," shortlisted for 2011 DSC Prize for South Asian Literature and longlisted for 2010 IMPAC-Dublin Literary Award
- His latest work is children's fiction, "Tik-Tik, The Master of Time."
Jeet Thayil
- Indian poet, novelist, librettist and musician
- Author of four poetry collections: "These Errors Are Correct," "English," "Apocalypso," and "Gemini"
- Novel "Narcopolis" (2012) shortlisted for the 2012 Man Booker Prize and the Hindu Literary Prize 2013
Nayomi Munaweera
- Debut novel, "Island of a Thousand Mirrors" won the Commonwealth Regional Prize for Asia and shortlisted for the Northern California Book Award
- Second novel, "What Lies Between Us" released in 2016 and acclaimed as one of the most anticipated books of that year
- Novels explore themes of war, displacement, identity
Jonathan Safran Foer
- Author of "Everything Is Illuminated" and "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close"
- "Everything Is Illuminated" is a novel about a Jewish-American man travelling to Ukraine to find the woman who saved his grandfather during the Holocaust.
Sara Gruen
- Bestselling author of "At The Water's Edge," "Ape House", "Water for Elephants", "Riding Lessons", and "Flying Changes"
- "Water for Elephants" (2011) adapted into a major motion picture starring Reese Witherspoon, Robert Pattinson, and Christoph Waltz.
Margaret Atwood
- Canadian author known for feminist and dystopian themes
- Bestselling novels include "Oryx and Crake," "The Handmaid's Tale", and "The Blind Assassin"
Valeria Luiselli
- Award-winning author and translator
- Known for "Faces In The Crowd" (2012), "The Story of My Teeth" (2015), and "Sidewalks" (2013)
Carmen Boullosa
- Poet, playwright, novelist whose works like "Leaving Tabasco," and "Texas: The Great Theft", are well-regarded
- Focuses on issues of migration, cultural conflicts, displacement, longing for home, and the complexities of balancing the past with the future
Ian McEwan
- British writer with award-winning novels, including "Atonement." His work often focuses on closely observed personal lives in a politically fraught world.
Zadie Smith
- British novelist and essayist.
- Known for her novels that explore themes of race, immigration and post-colonial experience. "White Teeth", "On Beauty", and "NW" are a few of her most noted works.
Delphine de Vigan
- French novelist who is known for her novels.
- Breakthrough work, "No et moi", awarded the Prix des Libraires (The Booksellers' Prize) in France in 2008. "Rien ne s'oppose a la nuit" is one of her acclaimed novels dealing with family coping with mother's bipolar disorder.
Michel Houellebecq
- French novelist highly controversial and celebrated at the same time
- Well known for works like "Extension du domaine de la lutte", "Les particules élémentaires", and "Plateforme".
Isabel Allende
- Chilean-American novelist in the "magic realism" tradition
- One of the first successful women novelists in Latin America. Best known for "The House of the Spirits" and "City of the Beasts".
Mario Vargas Llosa
- Peruvian author who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2010.
- Famous for his fiction and critical acclaim with works like "The Storyteller" and "Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter".
Patricio Pron
- His novels and stories have been published internationally.
- His works often focus on border issues, Mexico, the impact of displacement, and the challenges of migration.
Rodrigo Hasbún
- Bolivian novelist currently living in Houston, Texas.
- His work has been acclaimed for its ability to capture and highlight personal experience.
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
- Popular for novels like "Purple Hibiscus", "Half of a Yellow Sun", and "Americanah"
- Novels explore themes of oppression, family dynamics, and the quest for freedom
- Her work frequently examines the complexities of family dynamics and the quest for personal freedom
Alain Mabanckou
- Popular Francophone African writer known for the use of the experimental structure in his novels
- His work is frequently translated into multiple languages.
Ben Okri
- Nigerian novelist and poet.
- His work is known for exploring themes of postcolonial Africa, political violence, and the human condition.
- His novels often feature a combination of realism and magical realism, which is commonly found in his writing style.
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Explore the profound narratives of Tan Twan Eng, focusing on his celebrated novels 'The Gift of Rain' and 'The Garden of Evening Mists'. This quiz delves into themes of identity, loyalty, and the psychological impact of war reflected in his characters' journeys during and after Japanese-occupied Malaya. Test your knowledge on the plots, characters, and historical settings of these significant works.
