55 pages 1 hour read

J. M. Coetzee

Disgrace

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999

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J. M. Coetzee's Disgrace has been widely acclaimed for its profound exploration of post-apartheid South Africa, ethical dilemmas, and human frailty. Critics laud the novel's stark prose and moral complexity, though some find its bleak narrative and characters' actions difficult to engage with. Despite its controversial themes, it remains a compelling and thought-provoking read.

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Who Should Read Disgrace?

Readers who appreciate complex, morally ambiguous portrayals of post-apartheid South Africa and intricate character studies, such as those found in Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe and Waiting for the Barbarians by J. M. Coetzee, will be captivated by Disgrace by J. M. Coetzee.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
African Literature
Modern Classic Fiction
Classic Fiction
Topics
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Race / Racism
History: World
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Forgiveness
Self Discovery
Society: Colonialism