what is the role of kiran in the story 'Cast Away' by Rabindranath Tagore
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The castaway depicts the emotional journey of a young orphan Nilkanta who seeks to win the undivided effection of Kiran, the lady of the house in which he has been given shelter. Before he met Kiran, Nilkanta had led an unsettled life which had not allowed his personalityto grow to its fullest, traping him in a half boy, half man state.The story beautifully captures the emotional turbulence of the youth, who on encountering the beauty, vitality and kindness of Kiran,sees the promise of a new and alluring life before him.
The story also reveals the cross-currents between the various membranes of the household which Nilkanta's presence provokes. The authors skilful description of the upeer class Bengali lifestyle of the time and his exploration of an adolescent's psyche make this a very powerful, evocative and moving story.