Mapping the Physical and Emotional Landscapes: Exploring the Literary Cartography in Anuradha Roy's Novel All the Lives We Never Lived

This paper aims to explore the literary cartography employed by Anuradha Roy in her novel All the Lives We Never Lived . Through a detailed analysis of the novel's geographical settings, the article investigates how Roy utilizes the interplay between physical and metaphorical landscapes to convey the characters' emotional and psychological journeys. By examining the novel's intricate mapping of both real and imagined spaces, this study aims to explore the interplay of lived experiences and unfulfilled potentials, offering insights into the human condition and the complexities of longing, freedom, and the uncharted territories of personal histories within Roy's evocative storytelling. It also highlights the significance of literary cartography in understanding the themes of freedom, adventure, culture, and the complexities of human relationships.