The House for Mr. Biswas (novel)

"The House for Mr. Biswas" by V.S. Naipaul is a novel about Mohun Biswas, a man from Trinidad of Indian descent, who strives to own his own house. Throughout his life, he faces social and personal challenges, including conflicts with family and society, as he seeks independence and respect. The story explores themes of identity, ambition, and the enduring desire for stability and self-fulfillment. Naipaul portrays the complexities of postcolonial life and the universal human quest for belonging and self-determination through Mr. Biswas’s determined efforts.