A majestic saga and thoughtful narrative recounting a family's epic struggle, this novel weaves together extraordinary characters bursting with richness, feeling, and dimension. The story of Chin Govender's family is blended into the rich cultural tapestry of Indian life and the intricacies of close communities that form the backdrop for this amazing tale. Painting an evocative portrait of five generations of descendants of former indentured Indian laborers and their struggle to build an identity in an emerging South Africa.
Ronnie Govender is a playwriter of numerous plays, including At the Edge and The Lahnee's Pleasure. He has been awarded the Commonwealth Writers Prize for Best First Book.
"Song of the Atman is a ground-breaking book and a riveting read. This beautifully written novel has all the makings of a South African classic" - Kader Asmal, M.P. "Ronnie Govender's novel Song of the Atman is a major literary event, he combines history, legend, resistance and resilience to capture and typify the essence and experience not only of one community...this novel is an essential aspect of our heritage, our collective memory." - Pallo Jordan, Minister Arts & Culture."
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