- “The Rainbow Troops” by Andrea Hirata: This heartwarming novel tells the story of ten young students and their dedicated teacher on Belitong Island.
- “This Earth of Mankind” by Pramoedya Ananta Toer: Set in colonial Java, this novel follows the life of a young Javanese protagonist struggling against discrimination and injustice.
- “Beauty is a Wound” by Eka Kurniawan: This epic magical realist novel explores Indonesian history, from the country’s fight for independence to the turbulent post-colonial era.
- “Laskar Pelangi” (“The Rainbow Troops”) by Andrea Hirata: Inspired by the author’s own childhood, this inspiring coming-of-age novel portrays the joys and challenges of students in a remote Indonesian island.
- “The Dancer” by Ahmad Tohari: Set in Central Java, this novel takes readers on a journey through rural Indonesia, capturing the struggles and dreams of the main character, a dancer.
- “Cantik itu Luka” (“Beauty is a Wound”) by Eka Kurniawan: This riveting historical novel unravels the dark sides of Indonesian society, covering a wide span of time from Dutch colonisation to post-independence.
- “The Buru Quartet” by Pramoedya Ananta Toer: This monumental tetralogy, comprised of “This Earth of Mankind,” “Child of All Nations,” “Footsteps,” and “House of Glass,” offers a powerful portrayal of Indonesian history and society.
- “Pulang” (“Home”) by Leila S. Chudori: This novel is set against the backdrop of Indonesia’s political turmoil and revolution, following the lives of Indonesian exiles in Paris and their yearning for home.
- “Saman” by Ayu Utami: This provocative novel delves into sexuality, religion, and political turmoil in contemporary Indonesia, exploring the lives of four female friends.
- “Man Tiger” by Eka Kurniawan: This award-winning novel blends folklore and contemporary themes, delivering a tragic story filled with hidden connections between its characters.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Indonesia
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