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A detailed note on myth, symbol and allegory present in The Solid Mandala

                                                   

MASTER’S DEGREE IN ENGLISH (MEG-8)

NEW LITERATURES IN ENGLISH

ASSIGNMENT 

July 2022 and January 2023 Session



Course Code: MEG-08 
Assignment Code: MEG-08/TMA/2022-23 
Max. Marks: 100

9. Write a detailed note on myth, symbol and allegory present in The Solid Mandala.


The Solid Mandala by Patrick White is a complex and multi-layered novel that explores themes of identity, alienation, and the search for meaning in a world that often feels chaotic and disorienting. Central to the novel's exploration of these themes is the use of myth, symbol, and allegory, which are woven throughout the narrative in a way that enriches the reader's understanding of the characters and their struggles.


One of the key myths that is explored in The Solid Mandala is that of the hero's journey. The novel follows the lives of two brothers, Waldo and Arthur Brown, as they navigate the challenges of growing up and finding their place in the world. Both brothers experience a sense of alienation and disconnection from the world around them, and both embark on a journey of self-discovery that is marked by a series of trials and tribulations. This journey is reflected in the structure of the novel itself, which is divided into three sections that correspond to the stages of the hero's journey: separation, initiation, and return.


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