The Portrait Of The Lady

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1. 3. Plot Summary

2. Introduction: The narrator recalls his childhood and the image of his grandmother.

3. Childhood Bond: Narrator and grandmother shared a close relationship; grandmother took care of him.

4. Separation: The narrator goes to the city for higher education, and the grandmother begins to age and change.

5. 4. Symbolism

6. The Portrait:

7. Symbolizes the grandmother's role and presence in the narrator’s life.

8. Represents respect and reverence for elders and their influence.

9. The Setting:

10. The village and city settings contrast traditional rural life with the bustling modern city, highlighting the theme of change.

11. The Grandmother’s Prayer:

12. Her consistent prayers symbolize spirituality, wisdom, and devotion.

13. 1. Characters

14. The Author (Khushwant Singh):

15. Narrator of the story, reminiscing about his relationship with his grandmother.

16. Represents traditional values and wisdom.

17. Grandmother:

18. Symbol of selfless love and devotion.

19. Central character, wise, loving, and deeply connected with nature.

20. Grandmother’s Final Days: She peacefully passes away, leaving behind her memories and legacy.

21. 5. Author’s Style

22. Simple and Clear: The writing is straightforward and descriptive.

23. Emotionally Expressive: The author conveys deep emotions related to family love, aging, and loss.

24. Nostalgic Tone: The narrator reflects fondly on his childhood, creating a sense of nostalgia for readers.

25. 2. Theme

26. Love and Affection:

27. Deep bond between the narrator and his grandmother.

28. Shows selflessness in familial love.

29. Old Age and Change:

30. Contrast between youth and the elderly, with the grandmother becoming more spiritual as she grows older.

31. Describes the transition in the grandmother's life and her adjustment to age.

32. Tradition vs. Modernity:

33. The grandmother lives a simple, traditional life, while the narrator represents the modern, evolving world.

34. The differences in lifestyle and values are evident.