I didn't know what to expect, having heard so little about this book prior to reading it. Cry, The Beloved Country surpassed my best hopes.
The lyrical writing style was soulful and emotional, yet still allowing plot and setting to be easily discerned.
The events of this story were clearly important to the time and place it was set, but of historical importance as well. The relationships of the characters is what turned this novel from one of importance to one of great beauty. I wish I had the words to describe the book well enough to get you to read it. I hope you do.
The lyrical writing style was soulful and emotional, yet still allowing plot and setting to be easily discerned.
The events of this story were clearly important to the time and place it was set, but of historical importance as well. The relationships of the characters is what turned this novel from one of importance to one of great beauty. I wish I had the words to describe the book well enough to get you to read it. I hope you do.
Helpful Score: 4
A wonderful story of apartheid in South Africa through the eyes of a white man and an old black pastor. It helps us understand what happened there. Excellent!!
Helpful Score: 4
Simply an amazing novel. Paton gives great insight into life in South Africa. A must read.
Helpful Score: 2
Reminded me a lot of The Grapes of Wrath in writing style, of course the notes at the beginning admit that Paton was influenced by Steinbeck's work and I had just read it.
Helpful Score: 2
It does not take a lot of words to review this read--Fantastic!!! Everyone should read it just once in their life time.
