Chapter Overview
“Lost Spring” by Anees Jung is a nonfiction essay comprising two stories—‘Community Versus the Individual’ (Mukesh) and ‘My Childhood’ (Senora Lima). The essay exposes the harsh realities of child labor, poverty, and exploitation among slum children in India and Bangladesh. It contrasts the stolen childhoods of these children with the writer’s own memories, urging readers to acknowledge their struggles and address systemic inequalities.
Important Keywords
- Child Labour: Exploitation of children in work that deprives them of education and childhood.
- Slum: Overcrowded urban settlement lacking basic amenities.
- Poverty: Extreme deprivation and low income.
- Aspirations: Deep-seated hopes and dreams amid adversity.
- Agency: Capacity of individuals to act independently.
- Loss of innocence: Abrupt transition from childhood to adult-like responsibilities.
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