Coolie – Mulk Raj Anand Reviews

Coolie” by Mulk Raj Anand is a powerful novel set in pre-independence India, focusing on the life of a young boy named Munoo. Born in a poor village, Munoo is forced to leave his home to find work. He endures harsh conditions and exploitation as a servant, factory worker, and rickshaw puller. The novel portrays the brutal realities of poverty and the caste system in India. Through Munoo’s struggles, Anand highlights social injustices and the plight of the working class. “Coolie” is a compelling story that sheds light on the harsh lives of the underprivileged in Indian society.