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A majestic saga and thoughtful narrative recounting a family's epic struggle, this novel weaves together extraordinary characters bursting with richness, feeling, and dimension. The story of Chin Govender's family is blended into the rich cultural tapestry of Indian life and the intricacies of close communities that form the backdrop for this amazing tale. Painting an evocative portrait of five generations of descendants of former indentured Indian laborers and their struggle to build an identity in an emerging South Africa.
Ronnie Govender is a playwriter of numerous plays, including At the Edge and The Lahnee's Pleasure. He has been awarded the Commonwealth Writers Prize for Best First Book. |
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