How would you like to examine the relationship between susila and krishnan in the novel
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The relationship of Krishna and Susila can be considered as the focal point of the novel ‘The English Teacher’. Their marital relationship is far from being a traditional one as it continues even after the death of Susila.
In the opening chapters, their marital relationship is one which is mostly dominated by love. Romantic love is shown through the poetic language of Krishna when he describes Susila “my jasmine”, “She is a phantom of delight”. Despite the long years of living far from each other,they very easily create a strong bond. Susila instantly takes control of Krishna’s life, controlling the family budget and the monthly expenses. While it was generally thought that in the Indian society, it is the man who has a controlling hand over the household, Krishna is seen as being different. He allows Susila to be the decision maker and his financial manager.
Their love grows as the novel unveils itself. They even foresee their future life and build up dreams about owning a house. Building dreams together somehow show their strong relationship. Susila is a dedicated wife and mother. Her sickness brings new changes to their relationship as Krishna is seen as being a supportive and devoted husband. Krishna serves his wife patiently and as a caregiver, he is at the service of his wife. From a husband who stayed all alone in a hostel, new facets of him are unveiled during the sickness of Susila. Typhoid is generally highly contagious but Krishna does not hesitate in risking his own health and he spends sleepless nights taking care of Susila. Their relationship is special as they show each other, in their special ways, how much they love each other.