The Story Of An African Farm by Olive Schreiner
The book is a pioneering work in feminist literature, set in the harsh and arid South African veld in the late 19th century. It follows the lives of two English children, Lyndall and Waldo, who live on a farm and grapple with the constraints of their isolated environment. The narrative explores themes of gender, race, and colonialism, as the characters confront the societal expectations and limitations placed upon them. Through their struggles and relationships, the story delves into existential questions and the search for personal freedom, challenging the traditional roles and beliefs of the time.
The 1066th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1883
- Nationality
- South African
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 200-300
- Words
- 83,274
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 530th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)
- Famous Authors Name Their Favorite Novels(from 1915) (New York Times)
- 100 Best Novels in the World (Published in 1899) (The Daily Telegraph)