Indian Writing In English is a comprehensive collection of material, prepared out of the lectures delivered by K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar in 1958 at University of Leeds, United Kingdom.

The trend of writers of Indian origin trying their hand at English started long back in 18th century. Since then the country has seen landmark works by authors who won accolades on International platforms. The craze and fondness for work produced in English is popular particularly because of the British colonial history that is an integral part of the cultural heritage of the country. The book is clear and concise in its approach, enumerating in detail the history of Indian literature produced in English language and its development over time.

Indian Writing In English is a bible for aspiring Indian writers, who wish to use English as a medium to communicate. The author has detailed out all the important aspects of taking up writing in English to produce work that is avant-garde but is based on the same old principles. It helps an aspiring writer to know what to look out for when he takes up writing in English and also what things to refrain themselves from. It has been widely appreciated for its clear concepts of explanation and ease of understanding it offers its reader. The book was published by Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd in 2012 and is available in paperback.

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