The Long Day Wanes by Anthony Burgess
A Malayan Trilogy
Set against the backdrop of post-World War II Malaya, this novel intricately weaves the lives of three distinct characters: a British colonial officer, a Malay schoolteacher, and an Indian clerk. As the sun sets on the British Empire, the narrative explores themes of cultural collision, identity, and the inevitable passage of time. Through the lens of these diverse perspectives, the story captures the complexities of a society in transition, highlighting the tensions and transformations that accompany the end of an era.
- Published
- 1964
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 500-600
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
- - The Malayan Trilogy
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