Friends and Exiles: A Memoir of the Nutmeg Isles and the Indonesian Nationalist Movement
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Manga
Format
Broché
Pages
172
Langue
Anglais
Publié
Dec 6, 2007
Éditeur
Southeast Asia Program Publications
ISBN-10
0877277443
ISBN-13
9780877277446
Description
Des Alwi's memoir delicately weaves personal history with the broader strokes of Indonesian nationalism. Growing up on the picturesque Banda Islands, he reflects on his childhood and the pivotal friendships that shaped his identity. Des's narrative is not just one of innocence; it is set against the backdrop of a landscape rich with colonial upheaval and political change.
The book illuminates the social dynamics of his youth, highlighting the connections he forged amidst the turmoil. Des portrays a vibrant community grappling with its identity while facing the pressures of colonial rule. Through vivid recollections, he brings to life the flavors, sounds, and struggles of life in the Nutmeg Isles.
As Des navigates his early years, he also pens poignant observations on friendship and loss, capturing the essence of his relationships with those who stood by him. The memoir paints a compelling picture of resilience and hope, celebrating the bonds that endure even against the tide of national movements. In doing so, it offers readers a unique glimpse into a world of beauty and complexity, revealing the human side of historical events.
The book illuminates the social dynamics of his youth, highlighting the connections he forged amidst the turmoil. Des portrays a vibrant community grappling with its identity while facing the pressures of colonial rule. Through vivid recollections, he brings to life the flavors, sounds, and struggles of life in the Nutmeg Isles.
As Des navigates his early years, he also pens poignant observations on friendship and loss, capturing the essence of his relationships with those who stood by him. The memoir paints a compelling picture of resilience and hope, celebrating the bonds that endure even against the tide of national movements. In doing so, it offers readers a unique glimpse into a world of beauty and complexity, revealing the human side of historical events.
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