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Ljepota je njezina rana

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Penned By Eka Kurniawan
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Ljepota je njezina rana

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Editor's Note:
Roman Ljepota je njezina rana, koji neki opisuju kao „Sto godina samoće prebačenih u drugu brzinu“ spaja u sebi povijest, satiru, obiteljsku tragediju, legendu, humor i romantiku.Roman započinje japanskom okupacijom Indonezije – tadašnje nizozemske kolonije – tijekom Drugog svjetskog rata. Dewi Ayu, prelijepu djevojku nizozemsko-indonezijskog porijekla, zajedno s ostalim dovoljno lijepim i mladim zarobljenicama nizozemskog podrijetla, japanski vojnici pretvore u svoju prostitutku. Kada saveznici oslobode Indoneziju, a s njom i Dewi Ayu od Japanaca, djevojka saznaje da se njenoj obitelji izgubio svaki trag i da su im dom zauzeli drugi ljudi. U borbi za preživljavanje vraća se prostituciji i ubrzo postaje najtraženija prostitutka u gradu.Dewi Ayu rodit će tri kćeri, redom prelijepe poput nje same, no nad njihove živote nadvit će se sjene otmica, ubojstava, bestijalnosti, silovanja, ludila, monstruoznosti, a često i osvetoljubivih duhova. No četvrta kći Dewi Ayu, gorkoironičnog imena Ljepotica, uspijeva sve to povezati i dovesti ovu sagu do njena konačnog svršetka.Oslanjajući se na lokalnu pripovjednu tradiciju – pikantno duhovite i epski opširne narodne priče te kazalište sjena – Kurniawanova veselo-groteskna hiperbola ujedno djeluje i kao oštra kritika burne povijesti njegove domovine. Nju su obilježila grabežljiva pohlepa kolonijalizma, kaotična borba za neovisnost te masovna ubojstva možda i milijun „komunista“ 1965. godine, za kojima su uslijedila tri desetljeća Suhartove despotske vladavine. Kurniawanov prepoznatljivi glas unosi u suvremenu književnost jednu slatku, no ipak i oporu notu.

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Length 384 Pages
Language Scr
Imprint Znanje
Released December 12, 2002
Identifier (ISBN) 33973369
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"Such a rich narrative. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece."
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Mary Cruz June 27, 2024
"Excellent, though slightly flawed. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers."
Ryan Edwards
Ryan Edwards August 04, 2025
"A profoundly satisfying read. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. A true literary gem."
Melissa Hall
Melissa Hall December 03, 2025
"Masterpiece from start to finish. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. I am now a lifelong fan of this author."
Carol Diaz
Carol Diaz August 27, 2025
"I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend."
Laura Roberts
Laura Roberts June 08, 2024
"Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. Worth every moment spent reading."
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