In a Province
In a Province by Laurens Van der Post is a reprint edition published by Penguin Books in 1984, featuring 253 pages in English. The narrative follows Kenon, who leaves his home in the Valley of a Thousand Hills to seek work in Port Benjamin. There, he forms an unconventional friendship with Johan, which appears to challenge the racial divides of their society. However, underlying tensions related to love and politics threaten to disrupt their bond.
Readers will find a poignant exploration of themes related to travel and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of Canada. The story delves into the struggles faced by Kenon as he navigates a new environment and the challenges posed by societal expectations. As the plot unfolds, the narrative reveals how external forces can impact personal connections, leading to unforeseen consequences.
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Last year the rain went away. It became very dry; there was no water and the sun killed the crops of my father.Leaving the kraal and misty Valley of a Thousand Hills, Kenon has come to Port Benjamin in search of work. In Johan he finds a master and a friend. For a time it seems their unorthodix friendship can break down the barrier between black and white. But storm clouds are gathering and the forces of love and politics will explode into tradedy.
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