About “Cry, the Beloved Country”

"Cry, the Beloved Country" is a 1948 novel by Alan Paton. It is considered the most famous and important novel in South Africa's history and a worldwide bestseller upon its release. The story follows the Zulu pastor Stephen Kumalo and his son, Absalom, set in a society divided by racial injustice. The novel is described as a work of searing beauty and lyricism, highlighting themes of love, hope, courage, and endurance. Literary critic Lewis Gannett praised the book for combining the qualities of a statesman, a poet, and a novelist in a unique harmony.

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2004 · ISBN 9780786262410
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9780791075722
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Cry, the Beloved Country 2004 9780786262410 Buy on Amazon
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Cry, the Beloved Country [UNABRIDGED] 2003 9780786126156 Buy on Amazon
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Cry the Beloved Country 1999 9780582419469 Buy on Amazon
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Cry, the beloved country 1996 0582275210 Buy on Amazon
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How many pages is Cry, the Beloved Country?

Cry, the Beloved Country by Alan Paton has 112 pages.

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