“Sorrow is better than fear. Fear is a journey,a terrible journey, but sorrow is at least an arrival. When the storm threatens, a man is afraid for his house. But when the house is destroyed, there is something to do. About a storm he can do nothing, but he can rebuild a house.”
Quote by Alan Paton
Work
Cry, the Beloved Country
Set in South Africa, the story follows a black man who returns home to find his son involved in a tragic crime. The narrative delves into the complexities of racial tensions and the impact of apartheid on individuals and communities. more
Author
Alan Paton
Alan Paton, born on January 11, 1903, and died on April 12, 1988, was a renowned South African author and human rights activist. He is best known for his novel 'Cry, the Beloved Country,' which focuses on the social issues of South Africa, particularly the lives of black people under the apartheid system. more
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