... and which follows a Bengali family's attempts at assimilating within American culture, portrays this theme throughout. Lahiri conveys this theme through her effective use of the characterisation of all of the characters, Ashima, Ashoke, and then the children Gogol and Sonia, helping to develop each of their individual identities. As the story continues, this symbol of homes also helps to develop their ... in America that reflects on Ashoke's identity clearly within the novel and conveys the immigration experience into a new place. Gogol and Sonia (and later Moushumi), collectively make ...

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• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: Graduate