Unveiling the Gothic Dimensions of Memory, Guilt, and Redemption in Sorayya Khan's Noor

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2024
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Abstract
The objective of the research is to explore Sorraya Khan's Noor through the lens of Gothic studies, revealing its engagement with themes of decay, death, terror, chaos, gender, patriarchy, memory, and identity crisis. Like traditional Gothic literature, Noor delves into the uncanny, employing motifs such as mutilated bodies, mystery, revenants, and suspense. By analyzing these elements, the dissertation offers a deeper understanding of the novel's darker themes and the emotional and psychological struggles of its characters. Contrary to existing interpretations, which largely focus on Sajida's search for identity and origins, this study argues that Noor is not solely about Sajida or Noor, but rather centers on Ali—his 'sin,' 'silence,' and eventual 'confession.' While many critics view Ali as merely symbolic of West Pakistan's violence over East Pakistan, this research contends that the novel's true focus lies in Ali's personal hauntings. Through a Gothic framework and methodology, the dissertation establishes Noor as a unique contribution to South Asian literature, where the Gothic elements serve to critique both personal and political violence, particularly during the Bangladesh Liberation War.
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Authors Saiyma Aslam
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Journal Pakistan Social Sciences Review
Year 2024
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10.35484/pssr.2024(8-III)47
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https://ojs.pssr.org.pk/journal/article/view/765
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