The following research paper highlights the embedded mythical notions or in other words, the folkloric traditional myths of the natives of a major community of Haryana, that are supposed to be the ...core of any culture and tradition. Then, the paper plunges into the representation of the glimpses of country life. There is a striking comparison between 'the modern products' and 'the antique ones' with reference to the selected poems. And, how the introduction of such modern items can be the cause of the psychological trauma of the women present in the family; has been the concern of the paper. From the depiction of the mother's anguish, the argument shifts to the depiction of the youth's chaos. Starting from the New Critical thought, the paper analyzes the poems, as per the New Historicist thought of Stephen Greenblatt. In the fourth part of the paper, we discuss the nativity of Haryanvi people which gets reflected in the Kavya by Dr. Jagbir Rathee. In the next portion of the research paper, the content of the poems presents a critique of the society at large. As the paper progresses, it describes a panoramic view of society and culture and throws light on how the cherished past has become just a copy of the faded memories of the bygone times, that slowly is flowing out of the mental construct of the upcoming generation. Last but not the least, the issues related with the translation of the original text into the "target language" (Mannur, n.pag.) has been dealt with. All in all, after studying the poems with a critical lens, it can be substantiated that literature is the mirror of the social, cultural, and the economic aspects of society. It is to be noted that the poems analyzed in the following paper were given by the poet himself in January 2014. Keywords: Folklore, Regional, Native, Mother, Earth/Mati/Soil, Kavya by Dr. Jagbir Rathee.
The present research paper analyses Girish Karnad's play Naga-mandala (1990) with its focus on representing or depicting the folktales and mythical tales or legends employed within the plot. Karnad ...has made use of various devices peculiar to a dramatic literary work along with the folktales or myths, attributing divine qualities to human or non-humans, the use of magic, exceptional and amazing ordeals, the use of Flames and Story as well as the Man or the Sutradhaar, the power of the demi-god Naga who can transform into a human (Appanna's) form, the magical roots, and lastly Rani who attains divinity near the end of the play. All these issues or devices employed by the playwright can be included within the folkloric or mythical framework of the play, Naga-mandala.
The following research paper highlights the embedded mythical notions or in other words, the folkloric traditional myths of the natives of a major community of Haryana, that are supposed to be the ...core of any culture and tradition. Then, the paper plunges into the representation of the glimpses of country life. There is a striking comparison between 'the modern products' and 'the antique ones' with reference to the selected poems. And, how the introduction of such modern items can be the cause of the psychological trauma of the women present in the family; has been the concern of the paper. From the depiction of the mother's anguish, the argument shifts to the depiction of the youth's chaos. Starting from the New Critical thought, the paper analyzes the poems, as per the New Historicist thought of Stephen Greenblatt. In the fourth part of the paper, we discuss the nativity of Haryanvi people which gets reflected in the Kavya by Dr. Jagbir Rathee. In the next portion of the research paper, the content of the poems presents a critique of the society at large. As the paper progresses, it describes a panoramic view of society and culture and throws light on how the cherished past has become just a copy of the faded memories of the bygone times, that slowly is flowing out of the mental construct of the upcoming generation. Last but not the least, the issues related with the translation of the original text into the "target language" (Mannur, n.pag.) has been dealt with. All in all, after studying the poems with a critical lens, it can be substantiated that literature is the mirror of the social, cultural, and the economic aspects of society. It is to be noted that the poems analyzed in the following paper were given by the poet himself in January 2014.
The present research paper analyses Girish Karnad's play Naga-mandala (1990) with its focus on representing or depicting the folktales and mythical tales or legends employed within the plot. Karnad ...has made use of various devices peculiar to a dramatic literary work along with the folktales or myths, attributing divine qualities to human or non-humans, the use of magic, exceptional and amazing ordeals, the use of Flames and Story as well as the Man or the Sutradhaar, the power of the demi-god Naga who can transform into a human (Appanna's) form, the magical roots, and lastly Rani who attains divinity near the end of the play. All these issues or devices employed by the playwright can be included within the folkloric or mythical framework of the play, Naga-mandala. Keywords: Girish Karnad, Naga-mandala folktales, myth, Naga, divinity, human-form, and male chauvinism.
This research article explores the profound impact of imagination and fantasy in children's literature. It delves into the significance of these elements in fostering creativity, cognitive ...development, and emotional growth in young readers. Through an analysis of classic and contemporary children's literature, we examine how imagination and fantasy not only captivate the minds of children but also empower them to navigate the complexities of the real world.
