Ancient Tillage
Ancient Tillage by Raduan Nassar, published by National Geographic Books on February 19, 2019, is a poignant exploration of a young man’s life on a Brazilian farm. This edition spans 144 pages and is presented in English. The narrative centers on André, who navigates the complexities of family dynamics, personal identity, and the deep connection to the land that shapes his existence.
Readers will find a lyrical and intense portrayal of André’s coming-of-age journey, marked by his love for the earth and the burdens of familial expectations. As he grapples with his feelings for his sister Ana and the austere presence of his father, the story delves into themes of duty versus freedom and the struggle between body and soul. This work reflects on family life and the nuances of growing up in a rural setting, offering insights into the psychological and emotional challenges faced by its protagonist.
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‘How often, honestly, does the unveiling in translation of a ‘forgotten genius’ live up to the hype? Well here’s one that does: Raduan Nassar’ Times Literary Supplement
‘I felt the powerful strength of my family overrunning me like a heavy rush of water’
For André, a young man growing up on a farm in Brazil, life consists of ‘the earth, the wheat, the bread, our table and our family’. He loves the land, fears his austere, pious father who preaches from the head of the table as if it is a pulpit, and loathes himself, as he starts to harbour shameful feelings for his sister Ana. Lyrical and sensual, told with biblical intensity, this classic Brazilian coming-of-age novel follows André’s psychological and sexual awakening, as he must choose between body and soul, duty and freedom.
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