Uncover the expansive domain of the novel genre through a profound literary analysis. This essential volume traces historical definitions, examining how classic works, notably Indian literature featuring R.K. Narayan, articulate personal voices within dynamic socio-political contexts. Gain insights into diverse literary traditions and conflicts of identity and nationalism across global and Indian narratives. A must-read for literature scholars, researchers, and students in India interested in literary theory and the novel’s enduring legacy.