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The Story of an African Farm
Paperback
Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025376936
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 392
Weight: 1.21
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Story of an African Farm is a groundbreaking work of late-Victorian fiction and a foundational pillar of South African literature. Set in the desolate beauty of the Karoo desert, the narrative follows the lives of three children-the sensitive and philosophical Waldo, the rebellious and independent Lyndall, and the compliant Em-as they navigate the constraints of their isolated upbringing. Olive Schreiner's masterpiece is celebrated for its radical exploration of feminism, intellectual skepticism, and the struggle for individual identity within a rigid colonial society.
Through vivid characterizations and evocative descriptions of the African landscape, the novel challenges traditional notions of marriage, religion, and the role of women. The story of Lyndall, in particular, remains one of the most powerful depictions of a woman's quest for autonomy in nineteenth-century literature. This work is not merely a pastoral tale but a profound philosophical inquiry into the human condition, making it essential reading for those interested in classic literary realism and early modernist thought. Its enduring relevance lies in its honest portrayal of the loneliness of the seeker and the harsh realities of the South African frontier.
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