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Cry, the Beloved Country
Alan Paton · 1948 · 272 pages
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Published in 1948, this classic by Alan Paton is a moving portrait of South Africa during apartheid. The story follows Stephen Kumalo, a Zulu pastor who leaves his rural village to search for his son in Johannesburg, only to discover a world of racial injustice and corruption.
With poetic prose and profound humanist compassion, Paton weaves a narrative that addresses themes of redemption, sacrifice, and the possibility of reconciliation between peoples. The work remains one of the most touching portraits of the struggle against oppression and a universal appeal for human rights and dignity.
Book details
| Author | Alan Paton |
|---|---|
| Year of publication | 1948 |
| Pages | 272 |
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