Perhaps the most noticeable characteristic in the novel’s hero, Genesh Rasumair, is his ability to persevere. His determination symbolizes the path towards success that many wish to attain. However success does not come easily. Throughout the novel, Ganesh faced countless obstacles. Such obstacles include his father-in-law, Ramlogan’s continuous interference with his career or the not so

Though Ganesh faced many difficulties during his path towards success, he showed great determination and wisdoms in order to conquer his misfortunes, thus displaying the theme of adversity and resilience throughout the novel. From his ambition of writing a book to his search for a political status, his persistent and persevering nature is the key to his great success. Although the path towards success is treacherous, one must have determination and perseverance in order to conquer the challenge, which is the main message that The Mystic Masseur is trying to demonstrate.

well received books that he wrote. Despite of the hardships Ganesh encounters, he demonstrates persistency and eventually achieves his goal. Ganesh first shows his willpower as he declares “one day I will go write books just like these” (The Mystic Masseur, p.34). This commitment adds significance in Genesh’s persona as well as his social status as he demonstrates superior knowledge and ambition that most of the Trinidarian would not be able to attain. However due to the Trinidadian’s narrow-minded and pessimistic nature, they do account Ganesh’s effort as a start of his success. This is shown as the boy at the print shop says “The number of people who come in here and ask me to print the books they are writing in invisible ink, man!”(The Mystic Masseur, p.85) Despite of Ganesh’s success in his career, his inferior view of women and selfish nature also acts as a boundary from further achieving his goal. Due to Trinidadian custom and his wife’s inability to give birth, he views women as inferior; hence he misses a great source of support to his career. Ironically he thinks has had greatness thrust upon him when in fact he has merely thrust himself in the general direction of greatness. (Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Time; May 17,02). Such

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