Examining the Character of Lilia In "When Mr. Pirzada Came to Dine".
This paper addresses Lilia's character in the short story "When Mr. Pirzada Came to Dine" by Jhumpa Lahiri. This story illustrates an environment in which a young and inexperienced girl - the character of Lilia - is suddenly confronted with a host of information about the conditions of life beyond her sheltered suburban environment. Through examining the events of the story, it can be seen that Lilia's character is not truly changed in some fundamental through her encounter with Mr. Pirzada. 5-pages, bibliography lists 1 source.
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