Description
“The Ground Beneath Her Feet” is a novel written by Salman Rushdie, published in 1999. As with many of Rushdie’s works, this novel is a complex and ambitious literary masterpiece that blends mythology, music, and history with a captivating love story.
Set against a backdrop that spans continents and decades, the novel follows the intertwined lives of its main characters, Ormus Cama, Vina Apsara, and Umeed Merchant. Ormus and Umeed are childhood friends and musical prodigies who form a band called “VTO” (Vina, Ormus, and Umeed). Vina, a young and talented singer, joins the band and quickly becomes a sensation.
The novel takes readers on a journey from the bustling streets of Bombay (Mumbai) to the rock and roll scene of the West, exploring themes of fame, creativity, love, and the complexities of human relationships. Music becomes a central theme throughout the story, acting as a metaphor for the power of art and its ability to shape lives and destinies.
As the narrative unfolds, Rushdie masterfully weaves together elements of Greek mythology, particularly the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, to enrich the story and add layers of meaning. The characters grapple with questions of identity, mortality, and the pursuit of artistic and personal fulfillment.
At its heart, “The Ground Beneath Her Feet” is a love story that defies time and space. Ormus and Vina’s love is passionate and transcendent, crossing continents and defying fate. The novel explores the complexities of love and the human desire for immortality through art and memory.
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