Anita and Me by Meera Syal is a coming-of-age story set in the 1970s in a small English mining village. The protagonist, Meena, is a young Indian girl who befriends Anita, a rebellious and confident local girl. Through their friendship, Meena navigates issues of identity, racism, and cultural clashes, ultimately finding her place in a changing society. The novel explores the complexities of growing up in a multicultural world.
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Meena |
Meena is the main character and narrator.
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Anita |
Anita is three years older than Meena.
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Nanima |
Nanima is Meena's grandmother.
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Sam |
Sam Lowbridge is the leader of the village boys.
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Alan |
'Uncle' Alan is the local methodist youth leader.
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Omerod |
Mr. Omerod is the shopkeeper.
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Topsy |
Mr. Topsy only has this name because he calls Meena 'Topsy'.
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Mireille |
Mireille is the French lady who takes care of Meena.
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