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by Pramoedya Toer (Author) "People called me Minke ..." (more)
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Indonesian novelist and political dissident Toer's compelling tale of love and colonialism is narrated by a young native student in turn-of-the-century Java who becomes involved in the intrigues of one of the island's leading families.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.


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Protagonist Minke is due all the honors of a Dutch high school graduate in his native Java. Though the 20th century is just dawning, he is a champion of science, technology, and openness amongst the many ethnic levels of Java's colonial society. Himself a Native, Minke marries Annelies, a Mixed-Blood daughter of an astute concubine, one whose owner has left her alone to develop and manage a vast business. When Minke moves in with Annelies and her mother, they form a family at once perfect within yet challenged from without by racial and legal threats that eventually destroy them all. Toer's novel is a beautiful archetype of the evils inherent in colonial and racially stratified societies. The novel was written during Toer's 14 years as a political prisoner, and his continuing city arrest in Jakarta is testimony to its power. Such extraordinary struggle has produced a novel worthy of its author's sacrifice.
- Paul E. Hutchison, Pequea, Pa.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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3.0 out of 5 stars what about the women?, April 8 2004
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I started reading the Buru Quartet a little while ago and just finished reading the second book, which is by far superior to the first one. But, in a way, This Earth of Mankind sets the stage of things to come. It gives a glance into the culture and the understanding of classes.
However, I was more than disappointed by the women in this book. Minke's mother-in-law is described as this strong person who built the business, always says the right things and is incredibly self-educated. However, why did Annelies not inherit any of that? Or get taught any of it? Annelies can't stand up for herself even if her life depends on it. Why is she such a soft and pityful woman? How could her mother's ideals NOT be installed in her? And the son is incredible rude. Why doesn't she, with all her cunning, have any control over her children? I found this bothersome.
So, despite it, I will say that it was worth reading it, and I will finish reading the whole series, I'm sure, because the second book already has proven it's worth.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Kirkus review--above, is unreasonable. This is a great book, Nov 22 2002
The Kirtus review wrote that this novel is unsatisfactory in comparison to Toer's first US publication, which is "The Fugitive". Then the review gives the idea that the novel, unlike the universal theme in "The fugitive", is too obvious a polemic. I disagrees with the Reviewer to place the polemic subject as a disadvantage. The novel is supposed to make an arguement in controvertial issues especially on subject such as colonialism, which is in the very heart of Indonesia after 300 years or more of Dutch occupation. The first novel captured the social tention in this society by telling love story between a native and an Indo-girl. Toer is a master in balancing the objective of telling a good story while at the same time critizising social issues. When finished with this novel, read 2nd, 3rd and 4th novel and I will guaranteed that your life will be richer. You'll see the beauty as well as the dark sides of humankind.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A deep glance on Indonesian society, Oct 23 2002
By "tatireis" (Brooklyn, New York USA) - See all my reviews
If to understand a country or culture is understand its people, after reading this book you will understand the traditions and struggles of indonesian society. i found it fun, beautifully written, poetic, sensitive and mind opening. I recommend to anyone interest in learning not only about indonesia but about mankind and its contradictions.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A must read for every Indonesian
I'm from the same village as Mr. Toer, in fact, I was born only a mile away from his family home in Blora. Read more
Published on Jun 17 2002

3.0 out of 5 stars Difficult, but rewarding
The most stunning thing about this novel is the fact that Toer composed it, orally, while in prison. Read more
Published on April 12 2002 by Pat Bracewell

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing window on the story of Java
I am impressed by this English translation of BUMI MANUSIA, but the original is still more rich and colorful. Read more
Published on Aug 22 2001 by Lawrence M. Yoder

5.0 out of 5 stars Splendid!
Toer is genius! It was ashamed this book was banned before. Indonesian people should read this book. It will teach them about dignity and proud as a nation. Read more
Published on Aug 6 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars Tragedy is a good teacher
I weep after reading the original version, Bumi Manusia. I hope English translation can keep its soul-touching content. I believe that everyone can make mistakes. Read more
Published on April 10 2001 by Andika Triwidada

4.0 out of 5 stars a good way to understand history
As an Indonesian, this is one of the best book to understand and learn about our colonial history, and better still learn it from the more personal level. Read more
Published on Mar 8 2001 by asteriani

1.0 out of 5 stars This Book is Not Worth the Paper it is Printed On
I cannot understand why everyone gave this book 5 stars except for the fact it is politically unkind not to (the author is, after all, under house arrest for his political... Read more
Published on Feb 25 2001 by Janis A. Varo

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the great political novels of this century
The Kirkus review printed above damns Toer's novel with faint praise when it states that the book is "too obvious a polemic." Too obvious for whom? Read more
Published on Oct 13 2000 by Devin Rambo

5.0 out of 5 stars Compelling. Thoughtful.
Once, when writing about _This Earth of Mankind_ I quoted Bertolt Brecht:"...But the compassion of the oppressed for the oppressed is indispensable. Read more
Published on Aug 25 2000 by alenchik

5.0 out of 5 stars *sigh*
Wow! This book is excellent, if I had to discribe it in one word it would be --POETIC-- Every sentence in this book has some sort of deep value, whether historical, poetical, or... Read more
Published on May 12 2000 by Katelyn

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