“He pondered long over this, for might not another man, returning to another valley, have found none of these things? Why was it given to one man to have his pain transmuted into gladness? Why was it given to one man to have such an awareness of God?”
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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