The House for Mr Biswas

"The House for Mr. Biswas" is a novel by Trinidadian author V.S. Naipaul, published in 1961. It tells the story of Mohun Biswas, a failed poet and newspaper journalist, who struggles to assert his identity and independence while facing family obligations and a fragmented personal life. Set against the backdrop of Trinidad's Hindu community, the novel explores themes of colonialism, cultural identity, and the quest for belonging. Mr. Biswas's desire to own a house symbolizes his search for stability and self-worth in a world that constantly undermines him. Naipaul's work is celebrated for its rich prose and deep insights into the human experience.