He especially enjoyed watching Mrs. Sen as she chopped things, seated on newspapers on the living room floor. Instead of a knife she used a blade that curved like the prow of a Viking ship, sailing to battle in distant seas. The blade was hinged at one end to a narrow wooden base.
In "Interpreter of Maladies," a character finds fascination in Mrs. Sen's method of chopping vegetables. Her unique blade, reminiscent of a Viking ship's prow, captures the attention of the observer, evoking a sense of adventure and cultural connection. This scene highlights the contrast between her traditional cooking techniques and the mundane aspects of daily life.
Mrs. Sen's practice of sitting on newspapers while preparing food also illustrates her efforts to adapt to a new environment, merging her past with her present. The imagery created by the blade emphasizes her connection to her heritage, suggesting that even in a foreign land, she preserves her identity through cooking.
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