INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT International Peer Reviewed & Refereed Journals, Open Access Journal ISSN Approved Journal No: 2456-4184 | Impact factor: 8.76 | ESTD Year: 2016
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This paper delves into the symbiotic relationship between urban environment and individual psychology as portrayed in the narrative of the Graphic Novel Kari by Amruta Patil. This novel emerges as a poignant exploration of modern urban meshed with the intricate tapestry of queer identity. In this groundbreaking graphic novel, the sprawling, smog-laden landscape of the city becomes a reflection of the protagonist Kari’s inner turmoil and search for identity. Drawing upon the spatial and psychoanalytical perspectives, this article highlights how the metropolis not only influences but also mirrors Kari’s internal landscape. The city with its labyrinthine alleys and towering structures, acts as both a reflection of and catalyst for her psychological transformation. The urban environment, portrayed through evocative illustrations and narratives encapsulates the sense of alienation, solitude, and yearning often associated with queerness in a predominantly heteronormative landscape. At the heart of this exploration is Kari, whose identity navigates the intricate pathways of love, loss, and self-recognition. Through an in-depth analysis of Amruta Patil’s evocative illustrations and visual as well as textual narrative styles, this article provides insights into the border dynamics of city living and mental well-being, suggesting that one’s external surroundings and internal emotions are inextricably linked and further provides a fresh perspective on the intersections of space, identity and emotion.
Keywords:
Metropolis, inner turmoil, urban life, city landscapes, identity.
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"Metropolis and the Mind: The Interplay of Space and Psyche", International Journal of Novel Research and Development (www.ijnrd.org), ISSN:2456-4184, Vol.8, Issue 10, page no.d454-d459, October-2023, Available :http://www.ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2310359.pdf
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2456-4184 | IMPACT FACTOR: 8.76 Calculated By Google Scholar| ESTD YEAR: 2016
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