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Structure of the Book
"Flamingo" is divided into two sections:
1. Prose Section: Six chapters, each addressing diverse social, cultural, and personal themes.
2. Poetry Section: Six poems, each presenting a unique poetic style and thematic depth.
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Prose Chapters
1. The Last Lesson (Alphonse Daudet):
Explores themes of language, patriotism, and identity through the story of a French village's last lesson in their mother tongue.
2. Lost Spring (Anees Jung):
Focuses on child labor, poverty, and the loss of childhood innocence in underprivileged communities.
3. Deep Water (William Douglas):
A personal account of overcoming fear, illustrating resilience and determination.
4. The Rattrap (Selma Lagerlöf):
A story highlighting human kindness and redemption, centered around a poor peddler.
5. Indigo (Louis Fischer):
A historical narrative about Mahatma Gandhi's role in the Champaran Satyagraha, showcasing leadership and justice.
6. Poets and Pancakes (Asokamitran):
A humorous memoir of the author's experiences at the Gemini Studios, shedding light on India's early film industry.
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Poetry Section
1. My Mother at Sixty-Six (Kamala Das):
Reflects on the poet's feelings of aging, loss, and emotional detachment.
2. An Elementary School Classroom in a Slum (Stephen Spender):
Addresses issues of inequality and the plight of underprivileged children.
3. Keeping Quiet (Pablo Neruda):
Advocates for introspection and peace in a fast-paced world.
4. A Thing of Beauty (John Keats):
Celebrates the timeless beauty of nature and its ability to provide solace.
5. Aunt Jennifer’s Tigers (Adrienne Rich):
Examines themes of gender oppression and the pursuit of freedom through art.
6. The Roadside Stand (Robert Frost):
Highlights the disconnect between urban and rural life and the struggles of rural people.