Books written in English have an advantage over those written in the vernacular. With English being one of the most widely spoken and understood languages in the world, books written in English capture worldwide readership. There are stories, however, that their authors feel are better told and … [Read more...]
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Schools to include Indonesian literature in curricula
May 25, 2024 by
Among those included in the list is a book written by renowned author Pramoedya Ananta Toer titled Bumi Manusia (This Earth of Mankind), which was banned during President Soeharto’s authoritarian regime. The government’s plan to include literary works in all learning levels from elementary to … [Read more...]
7 Poetry Collections by Chinese Indonesian Writers
May 18, 2024 by
Jeddie Sophronius, author of "Interrogation Records," recommends poems that affirm the resilience of their heritage and culture. Growing up as a Chinese Indonesian, I never thought a person who looked like me would have a place in literature. My dream of being a writer seemed impossible. To this … [Read more...]
Exploring Indonesian History and Society through Novels: Reads by Indonesian Authors
April 13, 2024 by
Indonesia, a country known for its natural landscapes and diverse ethnic groups, is also home to a thriving literary scene. As Indonesia commemorates its 78th Independence Day on 17th August, it is timely to look at a small slice of the rich literary heritage of this vast archipelago, by exploring … [Read more...]
5 Indonesian Writers You Should be Reading
April 13, 2024 by
All eyes are trained on Indonesia right now. Its tourism is flourishing more than ever; foreigners from the West are flooding there to work and live cheaply and healthily (for better or worse), and its art scene is finally being celebrated the world over. Some of the biggest names in poetry, … [Read more...]
