Abstract
This paper explores the precept of universal citizenship in Kamila Shamsie ’s debut novel, Burnt Shadows. She uses the notion of cosmopolitanism in her novel and blends together characters from diverse cultural backgrounds, countries and eras. All these characters conform to the idea of cultural diversity and take keen interest in the values of others. Characters from various backgrounds are a kaleidoscope of global culture which binds them into universal citizenship.
Shamsie proves that boundary crossing of the immigrants constitutes fluid identities and promotes
coexistence with other cultures through assimilation. They celebrate cultural diversity and this is evident from their discourse and interaction. This study may be edifying and handy for common people to extend a bond based on reciprocity as members o[the same universal community.
Zia Ullah,, Anayat Ullah, Afifa Jabeen. (2019) The Concept of Universal Citizenship in Kamila Shamsie's Burnt Shadows, The Dialogue, Volume 14, Issue 3.
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