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Waiting for the Barbarians

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SKU: 9780140061109

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“Waiting for the Barbarians” by J.M. Coetzee explores themes of power, colonialism, and the human condition. A modern classic by Nobel Laureate available from Viking, guaranteed to leave a reader breathless and captivated.
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  • ISBN-13: 9780140061109
  • Publisher: Penguin Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
  • Depth: 13
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 13 mm
  • Width: 130 mm
  • ISBN-10: 014006110X
  • Publisher Date: 29 Apr 1982
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 196 mm
  • No of Pages: 192
  • Series Title: English
  • Weight: 136 gr

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Weight 0.5 kg

25 reviews for Waiting for the Barbarians

  1. Ishant Pawar

    Disturbing and powerful. The symbolism is rich, but the pacing felt a bit slow at times.

  2. Rushali N M

    A powerful and moving story. Coetzee’s writing is simply stunning.

  3. Naman Jain

    A truly stunning novel. The themes are timeless and the writing is exquisite.

  4. Hafis Shajahan

    Found it a bit dense and difficult to get into. The writing style wasn’t for me.

  5. Mamidisetti Bharathi

    A truly remarkable book. It’s a profound exploration of humanity.

  6. Oam Jagtap

    A powerful exploration of power and its consequences. Highly recommended.

  7. Matsa Sai Sureshkumar

    I struggled with the abstract nature of the story, but the underlying themes are compelling.

  8. Zeshan Ashraf

    The allegorical nature was interesting, but I wanted more character development.

  9. Arishchuk Trikha

    An excellent novel that explores the complexities of human nature under pressure.

  10. Anonymous

    Left me feeling disturbed and thoughtful. The ending was particularly impactful.

  11. Shobha Kiran

    A chilling and thought-provoking read. Coetzee masterfully portrays the slow burn of oppression.

  12. Sonamsi

    Couldn’t quite connect with the characters. The story felt a bit detached.

  13. Mritunjay Dubey

    A challenging but rewarding read. It stays with you long after you finish.

  14. Rahul Nadimidoddi

    Dark and unsettling. It raises important questions about morality and power.

  15. Priyanka Rathore

    Coetzee’s writing is exceptional. The story is both haunting and beautiful.

  16. Ipsita Singh

    A thought-provoking and disturbing read. It lingers in your mind.

  17. Kumar Satyam

    One of the best books I’ve ever read. Coetzee is a master storyteller.

  18. Nikita Gupta

    Coetzee’s writing is brilliant. The story is haunting and unforgettable. Highly recommended.

  19. Manav Kumar Bansal

    An intense and unsettling story that challenges your perceptions.

  20. Vibhu Vibhor Tiwari

    It makes you contemplate about the human condition and how cruel we can be.

  21. Debadrita Sarkar

    A masterpiece! Coetzee’s prose is impeccable, and the story is deeply resonant.

  22. Abhinandan Singh

    A bleak and unsettling portrayal of colonialism. A must-read for those interested in the topic.

  23. Kumar Ritik

    Felt a bit slow and drawn out. The message was clear, but the delivery wasn’t for me.

  24. Shaurya Jha

    I struggled to connect with the characters. The plot felt a bit abstract.

  25. Prasad Balasaheb Ekhande

    I appreciated the themes, but the writing style was a bit too sparse for my taste.

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