Book Reviews of Cry, The Beloved Country

I didn't know what to expect, having heard so little about this book prior to reading it. Cry, The Beloved Country surpassed my best hopes.

The lyrical writing style was soulful and emotional, yet still allowing plot and setting to be easily discerned.

The events of this story were clearly important to the time and place it was set, but of historical importance as well. The relationships of the characters is what turned this novel from one of importance to one of great beauty. I wish I had the words to describe the book well enough to get you to read it. I hope you do.

Simply an amazing novel. Paton gives great insight into life in South Africa. A must read.

A wonderful story of apartheid in South Africa through the eyes of a white man and an old black pastor. It helps us understand what happened there. Excellent!!

Reminded me a lot of The Grapes of Wrath in writing style, of course the notes at the beginning admit that Paton was influenced by Steinbeck's work and I had just read it.

It does not take a lot of words to review this read--Fantastic!!! Everyone should read it just once in their life time.

Very good poetic writting. It's hard to believe it was written so long ago, it was so timely. I really enjoyed this one.

Written in 1946 about South Africa. A classic.

Classic book on the subject of race relations in South Africa.

1948 novel of a black father and son and their interactions with a neighboring white family. This particular copy is a trade sized paperback.

Awesome book!

one of the best books i have ever read