Alternative History Creation in Su Venkatesan's Police Line

Abstract

The form of the novel is a historical record based on the fact that it is a reflection of the records of the past. Efforts to recreate the lifestyle of the ancestors through creation by gathering historical information from various fields such as archeology have increased in recent times. When the information thus collected becomes fiction, it becomes fiction or a program of historical events at the discretion of the creator. Novels written in a historical setting can be divided into two categories: direct historical novels and novels that prioritize history and fiction. Novels like Su Venkatesan's Kaval Kottam, Bhoomani's Anjnadi and M. Rajendran's 1081 have given more importance to history. After the release of the novel Kaval Kottam in 2009, works that recreate history in Tamil literature became very influential. Based in Madurai, this copy is created with the background of the Malikapur invasion, Nayakar's rule, the life of Kallarat who was involved in the field and guard during his rule, and the intrigues of the British. This review article examines the nature of writing in an attempt to reconstruct the history of this piece.