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Coolie (novel)

1936 novel by Mulk Raj Anand From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Coolie is a novel by Mulk Raj Anand first published in 1936.[1] The second book written by Mulk Raj Anand, Coolie reinforced his position as one of India's leading English authors.[2] The book is highly critical of British rule in India and India's caste system.[3] The plot revolves around a 14-year-old boy, Munoo, and his plight due to poverty and exploitation aided by the social and political structures in place. Anand here tries to break the traditional way of life.[4]

LanguageEnglish
GenreNovel
Publicationdate1936
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The Coolie
1949 edition
AuthorMulk Raj Anand
LanguageEnglish
GenreNovel
Publication date1936
Publication placeIndia
Media typePrint
ISBN978-0-14-018680-2
OCLC3682917
Dewey Decimal823 20
LC ClassPR9499.3.A5 C6 1994
Preceded byUntouchable 
Followed byTwo Leaves and a Bud 
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In 2004, a commemorative edition including this book was launched by Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.[5]

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