Unveiling Poetic Resonance in Bama’s Short Stories

By : P. Jessica Angel Madhurima , J. Mercy Vijetha

Page No: 59-68

Abstract
The research paper delves into the literary artistry of Bama, a distinguished Dalit writer from Tamil Nadu. The emphasis is laid on the implicit meaning of the poems and songs seen in the middle of her short stories. The poems in her writings celebrate Dalits’ courage to rise above adversity, urging them to hope for a better future. The use of poetry in Bama’s Short stories embody the central theme of empowerment and optimism.In the poems, she uses symbolic language to highlight the harsh realities faced by the characters. The poetic attributes help to celebrate the strengths of the unprivileged people and their communal bonds.Bama’s Poetic attributes include monologue, rhythm and repetition, symbols and metaphors, humor, vivid imagery and rich colloquial language. The attributes not only mirror Dalit life but also transform it into an art form. The article attempts to exhibit how Bama’s storytelling transcends traditional literary boundaries by making her work compelling and transformative.

Authors
P. Jessica Angel Madhurima: Research Scholar, Department of English, Yogi Vemana University, Kadapa.
Dr. J. Mercy Vijetha: Research Supervisor, Professor, Department of English, Yogi Vemana University, Kadapa.
 

DOI: https://doi.org/10.32381/POET.2025.38.01.9