how is rain used as a symbol in the story window by ruskin bond
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DR. SUNITA BHOLA 1P a g e
This paper focuses on studying various symbols used by Ruskin Bond in his writings. In his
narrative, the beautifully woven symbols flow naturally and their impact can be felt on the
characters as they act as a communion between man, God and nature. Delving deep in his
works it can be noted that his entire corpus is embellished with rich symbols and imagery.
The paper intends to explore certain characters, objects, places and incidents beyond their
literal insight.
Keywords: Symbolist, nature symbol, worldly symbol
INTRODUCTION
Symbolism, in literature is the manifestation of writer’s creation and in Bond’s writings, it
occurs naturally. He has evolved his own theory of symbols and has not categorized himself
with any particular school of symbolism. As a result, he does not qualify as a symbolist in the
true literary sense but in his own right and by our understanding, he comes out to be a perfect
symbolist. In his writings we come across many symbols that have helped in achieving
intensity and compactness of theme. Further insight in his studies indicates that the symbols
used by him are natural symbols and worldly symbols.
Ruskin bond as a Symbolist:
Natural symbolism covers locations or back drop of his stories. These include Himalayas,
India, platform, bazaar, hill stations, cities and many more. Seasons like rain, mist, spring,
flora and fauna as trees, bushes, flowers, garden panther, tiger, jackal, snake, pigeon and
many others. Elements like water, soil, sunlight and moon also form part of his symbolism. In DR. SUNITA BHOLA 2P a g e
addition to these, there is use of worldly symbols; Kite, doll, lamp, hookah umbrella train,
different characters with versatile personalities.
Role of nature symbols in Bond’s writings:
Ruskin Bond, an Indian to the core has always lived in India and has been writing about her
people and culture. He has portrayed India as a special, larger atmosphere that had cast an
indelible impression in his psyche. He describes India as an ultimate land of love and
happiness, unity in diversity, harmony and brotherhood among its citizens. He believes that
India, as a mother, accepts everyone and is home for everyone. In “The Room on the Roof”
Rusty encompasses his love for India as follows:
“I have always felt that India is my home”.1
In Ruskin Bond’s writings, Himalayas are specially glorified. They are the symbols of
magnanimity and permanence, of eternal and spiritual bliss. He believes that mountains have
always been perpetual source of inspiration for writers and portrays them as the invincible
spirits that influence mankind to remain unfazed by storm and disaster. In addition to this
Himalayas exude deep emotional influence on the consciousness of man. Acting as a symbol
of universal belongingness and harmony of nature, a person gets captivated by their charm.
The central character in “Delhi is Not Far” is also mesmerized and confesses:
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