Representation of Emotions in the Literature: A Study of the 1947 India Partition

Abstract

This research paper explores the emotional landscapes depicted in the literary narratives surrounding the Partition of India in 1947 and their profound influence on individuals' lives. Partition literature vividly encapsulates a spectrum of emotions, including love, sorrow, despair, hatred, and anger, offering a poignant reflection of the communal violence and human suffering of the era. Emotions such as hatred and anger are particularly emphasized, exposing the stark brutality of communal unrest. Many authors, deeply affected by these traumatic events, infused their personal experiences and emotional struggles into their fictional works, creating narratives that resonate with authenticity and emotional depth. This study highlights the representation of emotions like hatred and anger in Partition literature, demonstrating how these works not only bear witness to historical realities but also evoke a complex range of emotions in their readers, fostering a deeper understanding of the human condition during one of history's most tumultuous periods.