the combridge introduction to jm coetzee Author:domininc head The South African novelist and Nobel Laureate J. M. Coetzee is — widely studied around the world and attracts considerable critical — attention. With the publication of Disgrace Coetzee began to — enjoy popular as well as critical acclaim, but his work can be as — challenging as it is impressive. This book is addressed to students — and readers of Co... more »etzee: it is an up-to-date survey of the writer’s
fiction and context, written accessibly for those new to his work.
All of the fiction is discussed, and the brooding presence of the
political situation in South Africa, during the first part of his
career, is given serious attention in a comprehensive account of
the author’s main influences. The revealing strand of confessional
writing in the latter half of Coetzee’s career is given full
consideration. This introduction will help new readers
understand and appreciate one of the most important and
challenging authors in contemporary literature.« less