The Ascent Within: Transformative Agency of the Nanda Devi in Bill Aitken’s The Nanda Devi Affair

This study reveals the transformative agency of Nanda Devi, a revered Himalayan peak, on the psyche of travelers, as illustrated through Bill Aitken's narrative in The Nanda Devi Affair. The research demonstrates how the ascent facilitates a profound shift from sensory excitement to deeper self-understanding, challenging and purifying preconceived notions. By analyzing Aitken's journey, the study explores the interplay between human perception and natural grandeur, highlighting the peak's role in fostering psychic evolution. This approach combines literary analysis with introspective reflection, offering insights into how transformative landscapes reshape identity and consciousness.

Pal, A. (2020). The Ascent Within: Transformative Agency of the Nanda Devi in Bill Aitken’s The Nanda Devi Affair. Rupkatha Journal on Interdisciplinary Studies in Humanities, 12(3). https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v12n3.13