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Jalan Tak Ada Ujung

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Jalan Tak Ada Ujung

A Road With No End
by Mochtar Lubis

Format: Paperback, Indonesian
167 page(s)
ISBN/ISBN13: 9794611069/
Published Jan 01, 1992 by Yayasan Pustaka Obor Indonesia

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Written by Mochtar Lubis and published in 1952, Jalan Tak Ada Ujung is a psychological novel that explores fear and its consequences. The story follows Guru Isa, a gentle and kind-hearted schoolteacher whose life is upended during the Japanese occupation of Indonesia. The horrors of war leave him deeply traumatized, leading to sexual impotence. As the Indonesian revolution unfolds, Guru Isa is forced to confront his fears. Encouraged by a friend, he joins the resistance movement, participating in acts of sabotage against the colonial forces. Throughout his journey, he endures torture while his comrades succumb to the pain. These harrowing experiences lead him to a profound realization about the nature of fear, ultimately allowing him to overcome his psychological struggles.

A simple yet intense narrative, Jalan Tak Ada Ujung delivers a powerful psychological portrayal of a man grappling with his past and the trauma of war. It remains Mochtar Lubis’ most celebrated literary work, distinguished by its deep character exploration and emotional depth.


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