A Study Comparing and
Contrasting the Narrative Techniques Employed by Chitra
Banerjee Divakaruni and Anita Desai in Selected Works
M. Vinnarasi Rani¹* and Dr. F. Julian
Xercies Rigley²
ABSTRACT
This article explores and
compares the narrative techniques used by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
in The Mistress of Spices and Anita Desai in Clear Light of Day. By
examining the distinct and nuanced ways in which these authors
deploy narrative strategies, the paper aims to highlight their
approaches to themes such as identity, tradition, and personal
growth. While Divakaruni employs magical realism and a first-person
perspective to immerse readers in a world of mysticism and cultural
symbolism, Desai uses a realist narrative with a third-person
omniscient perspective to delve into the complexities of memory and
familial relationships. This comparative analysis not only
underscores the unique contributions of each author to contemporary
literature but also provides a broader understanding of how
narrative techniques can shape thematic exploration.
Keywords: Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni, Anita Desai, narrative
techniques, magical realism, realism, first-person perspective,
third-person omniscient perspective, cultural identity, personal
growth.
