It follows a poor man named Karman who becomes a member of the Indonesian Communist Party, only to find himself a victim of the ongoing political struggles in 1950s Indonesia. After the Party's destruction he spends twelve years as a prisoner at Burubefore returning to his hometown and becoming a … [Read more...]
Winter Dreams and the Invincible Summer
April 18, 2017 by
Winter Dreams is a modern cautionary tale of a broken man in a broken country. Set against the backdrop of a full-on battle waged against illegal immigrants in the U.S. following the horrific events of 9/11 — told in restrained, understated and compelling prose — this is a story that off ers a … [Read more...]
Currently & Emotion: Translations
April 17, 2017 by
The anthology presents a varied and carefully curated selection of works which foreground the translator, and, by showcasing a broad range of approaches, seeks to challenge dominant perceptions of translation as an uncomplicated literary service that simply facilitates access to foreign and/or … [Read more...]
