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Mapmakers: Writing in a State of Siege

by André Brink
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Mapmakers: Writing in a State of Siege
Mapmakers: Writing in a State of Siege

South African writer's creative struggle under censorship.

If you're into rich, profound narratives that explore the creative spirit under duress, "Mapmakers: Writing in a State of Siege" will speak to you. André Brink, a South African novelist, offers an introspective look at how state censorship during apartheid affected writers. It's an enlightening read for anyone interested in literature as resistance or the impact of political climate on artistic expression.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Mapmakers: Writing in a State of Siege

by André Brink
RM34.00 MYR Now RM15.00 MYR Save 56%
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ISBN: 9780571131594
Authors: André Brink
Publisher: Faber and Faber
Date of Publication: 1983-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Sociology, Politics
Related Topics: Political Science, Biography, Society, History, Politics
Goodreads rating: 4.0
(rated by 12 readers)
 

South African writer's creative struggle under censorship.

If you're into rich, profound narratives that explore the creative spirit under duress, "Mapmakers: Writing in a State of Siege" will speak to you. André Brink, a South African novelist, offers an introspective look at how state censorship during apartheid affected writers. It's an enlightening read for anyone interested in literature as resistance or the impact of political climate on artistic expression.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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