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The Theme of Identity and Belonging in “China Room” by Sunjeev Sahota

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This paper analyzes Sunjeev Sahota’s China Room, focusing on identity, belonging, and cultural heritage through two parallel narratives. It explores generational and cultural conflicts, using postcolonial and diaspora theory to examine the psychological impact of societal expectations while highlighting the novel’s relevance to contemporary diaspora literature. It intends to explore the psychological and emotional consequences of cultural heritage and societal expectations on these individuals' identities. The research also examines how the symbolism of the "China Room" amplifies confinement, isolation, and cultural suppression themes.

Source: Communications on Applied Nonlinear Analysis

DOI: 10.52783/cana.v32.5089

Author: Kiran Kumar Kalapala

Language: English

Topic: Postcolonial and Cultural Literary Studies

Subfield: Literature and Literary Theory

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4410930395

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