From the stark moral landscapes of Disgrace to the haunting allegories of Waiting for the Barbarians, Coetzee has earned a reputation as South Africa’s most enigmatic and decorated novelist.
In this episode, we sit down with retired lecturer John Stotesbury to explore the man behind the Nobel Prize. We trace his journeys around the globe, unpack the craft behind his famously austere prose, and learn how his work has evolved over time. We will also learn something about John and his fascinating life.
Whether you're a longtime admirer or just curious where to begin, this conversation will open your eyes to an author much admired, and why he is worth delving into. It's a long episode, but we promise it's well worth it.
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