A Passage to India (Norton Critical Editions)

A Passage to India: Authoritative Text, Backgrounds and Contexts, Criticism by E. M. Forster is a comprehensive collection of materials for understanding this influential novel. This Norton Critical Edition features the full text of the 1924 masterpiece, accompanied by an introduction and expert annotations. The book also includes carefully chosen illustrations and a textual appendix to deepen student appreciation. A range of background and contextual materials are thematically organized to encourage classroom discussion, covering topics such as "India and Empire" and "The Author and India." In addition, the edition features thirteen contemporary responses from both Indian and British voices, as well as eleven modern essays by notable scholars. The book also includes a consideration of the David Lean film adaptation and a chronology and selected bibliography. This Norton Critical Edition is part of a renowned series that has been used by over 12 million students in fifty-five years. Its three-part format provides a wealth of resources for students, including annotated text, contexts, and criticism, making it an ideal choice for undergraduate readers.