This Earth Of Mankind by Pramoedya Ananta Toer
Set in the Dutch East Indies at the turn of the 20th century, the story follows Minke, a young Javanese student who navigates the complexities of colonial society. As he becomes entangled with the captivating and intelligent Annelies and her mixed-race family, Minke confronts issues of racial discrimination, social injustice, and the struggle for personal and national identity. Through his experiences, the narrative explores themes of love, resistance, and the quest for self-determination against the backdrop of a rigid colonial hierarchy.
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- Published
- 1975
- Nationality
- Indonesian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 350-400
- Original Language
- Indonesian
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- Alternate Titles
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- Bumi Manusia
- This Earth of Mankind
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