A TRYST WITH ENGLISH

  Introduction 1. “The Adventure” by Jayant Narlikar is a science fiction story that blends history with physics, exploring the concept of alternate realities through the experience of a historian named Professor Gaitonde. 2. It examines how different outcomes of historical events could have shaped a completely different present world. 3. The story uses the theory of Catastrophe and Quantum physics to explain how the past, present, and future might exist in parallel worlds. ⸻ 👨‍🏫 Main Character – Professor Gaitonde 4. Professor Gaitonde is a renowned historian from Pune, known for his keen interest in researching India’s history. 5. He is writing a book on the outcome of the Battle of Panipat (1761) and wonders what might have happened if the result had been different. 6. He is deeply passionate about historical accuracy and logical interpretation. ⸻ ⚡ The Accident and the Alternate World 7. While travelling from Pune to Bombay, his car meets with an a...

  📘  Going Places (By A.R. Barton) ✳️  Introduction The story “Going Places” by A.R. Barton explores the dreams, ambitions, and fantasies of adolescence. It is set in a lower-middle-class neighborhood in England, where people lead simple, working-class lives. The protagonist, Sophie, is a teenage girl who constantly dreams of achieving glamour and success beyond her means. 👩‍🎓  Sophie’s Dreams and Personality Sophie is imaginative and ambitious — she dreams of owning a boutique someday, though she lacks money or experience. She also fancies becoming a fashion designer or actress, seeking fame and admiration from others. Her imagination offers an escape from her dull surroundings, making her live in an unreal world. 👭  Jansie – The Realist Friend Sophie’s friend Jansie is practical and realistic. She knows they both belong to the working class. Jansie often reminds Sophie that after school, they’ll have to work in a bis...