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David Lurie, a middle-aged divorcee lecturing at the Technical University of Cape Town, has an impulsive affair with a student. When the passion sours and he is denounced, he resigns and retreats to his daughter Lucy's isolated smallholding. For a time, he finds calm in the routine of farm life, but the balance of power in the country is shifting. When he and Lucy become victims of a savage and disturbing attack, all the faultlines in their relationship are revealed.
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A profound exploration of guilt, shame, and societal collapse.
Who is this book for?
Disgrace offers a compelling and gritty look at personal and societal upheaval. The story’s rawness and complex characters draw you deep into a world where moral boundaries are challenged. If you're interested in a thought-provoking read that really lingers, this book is a powerful choice.
