Materialism and Family Dynamics in Sudha Murty's Dollar Bahu
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Sudha Murty’s Dollar Bahu is a compelling exploration of familial relationships, cultural values, and the influence of material wealth on human behavior. Set within a middle-class Indian family, the novel examines thetension between tradition and modernity, highlighting themes of love, jealousy, ambition, and social perception. Through the contrasting experiences of two daughters-in-law—one in India and the other in the United States— Murty critiques the allure of financial prosperity and its impact on family dynamics. This study analyzes the novel’s themes, character development, and narrative style, showcasing Murty’s ability to craft an accessible yet thoughtprovoking story. By addressing moral dilemmas and societal expectations, Dollar Bahu offers a nuanced perspective on the evolving values in contemporary Indian society, solidifying Murty’s place in modern Indian English literatureKeywords: Materialism, tradition, modernity, Dollar
Author: Mohammad Zainab
Institution: Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University
Language: English
Subfield: Literature and Literary Theory
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6949173282
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