Feminist Consciousness in Anita Desai’ Cry the Peacock

Abstract

This novel depicts the inner psychological dilemma of Maya. It is a psychological exploration of a woman's inner turmoil. Due to emotional neglect in her marriage and beliefs in a childhood prophecy, Maya's mental state deteriorates and she commits murder
and suicide. Anita Desai explores the psychological aspects of her characters through her writing style stream of consciousness. This novel depicts the inner psychological dilemma of Maya. This novel depicts the inner psychological dilemma of Maya. Desai presents a society where individual aspirations are often stifled by societal norms and expectations. It is a powerful psychological analysis of Maya, the main protagonist of the story.