The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri follows the life of Gogol Ganguli, the son of Bengali immigrants in America. The novel explores Gogol’s struggles with his identity, caught between his parents’ traditional Bengali culture and the American society in which he grows up. As he navigates relationships, family expectations, and personal discovery, Gogol grapples with the meaning of his name and his heritage.
The story spans several decades, delving into themes of immigration, cultural assimilation, and the complexity of identity. The Namesake is a poignant exploration of belonging, self-acceptance, and the immigrant experience, earning Lahiri widespread acclaim for her insightful writing and character development.
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