The Story “The Luncheon” As A Comic Satire: A Comedy: “The Luncheon” is a comedy of character and situation. It is a comic satire on gluttony. It also presents a mild satire on youthful vanity and social hypocrisy. Theme: The story deals with the psychology of society girls and ladies who befool the young … Read more
Summary of the Story: The Diamond Necklace Introduction: “The Diamond Necklace” by Maupassant is the story of a French girl, who suffered all her married life because of her vanity. Her vanity, however, was not without cause. Her Unhappiness: Born in a poor family, Matilde (that was the name of the girl) was married … Read more
Introduction of the Story: The story entitled “Hunger” written by Nasira Sharma is not called a typical story, but it is a sort of conversation, with short questions and answers. It can be considered to an interview, though there are no lengthy answers, nor any debate on some topic. The story deals with the … Read more
Introduction of the Story: The story entitled the “Kabuliwala” has been set in the early twentieth century Kolkata. It delicately explores the bonds of friendship, affection and parting in the relationship between a middle – aged Pathan trader and a five year old Bengali girl. It is a simple tale of a father’s love for … Read more