Indian Writing in English has emerged as a significant, dynamic and versatile body of writing; the Indian English novel, in particular, has and continues to make a stunning impact on global audiences. Many major novels written in the post-imperial period have been authored by Indian novelists writing in English. In any discussion of the immense contribution of Indian fiction to world literature, Salman Rushdie, born in 1947, is the first name that comes to mind. A prolific writer, Rushdie shot into fame with the publication of Midnight’s Children (1981) hailed by many as a “trail blazer” and a “trend setter” which infused new life into the novel form. Spanning a period of more than three decades, Rushdie’s creative output of more than ten novels has consolidated his stature as an international writer.

Keywords: Rushdie, Literature, English.

Views (37)