"...Kartini tidak punya massa, apalagi uang. Yang dipunyai Kartini adalah kepekaan dan keprihatinan dan ia tulislah segala-gala perasaannya yang tertekan itu. Dan hasilnya luar biasa, selain melambungkan nama Kartini, suaranya bisa terdengar sampai jauh, bahkan sampai ke negeri asal dan akar segala kehancuran manusia Pribumi..."
Novel Saksi Mata adalah kumpulan cerita bersambung yang dipublikasikan di harian Kompas dari 2 November 1997 hingga 2 April 1998. Ceritanya berfokus pada seorang anak laki-laki berusia dua belas tahun bernama Kuntara, seorang pelajar di Kota Surabaya pada masa penjajahan Jepang. Kehidupan Kuntara digambarkan secara rinci dan mengalir, memberikan gambaran yang mendalam tentang suasana pada masa …
Cerita ini adalah sebuah cerita anak muda yang disusun sedemikian rupa, sehingga mudah untuk dibaca maupun untuk dipertunjukkan di atas panggung sebagai sandiwara satu babak. Ceritanya mengisahkan tiga anak muda dalam asrama yang berbeda-beda watak dan tabiatnya, sehingga timbul bentrokan-bentrokan yang seru, tapi yang membikin mereka lebih tegas saling mengerti dan saling kenali.
Keretakan dan Ketegangan, karangan Achdiat K. Mihardja, berisi 12 cerita pendek. Setiap cerita memiliki tema dan isi tersendiri. Pada umumnya cerita-cerita tersebut menggambarkan konflik jiwa dalam menghadapi masalah-masalah. Pengarang Achdiat K. Mihardja terkenal dengan romannya Atheis. Tidak berbeda dengan karangan termashur itu, Keretakan dan Ketegangan juga telah berhasil menarik perhati…
Roman Atheis highlights a significant development in Indonesian society since the early twentieth century: the shift from traditional to modern lifestyles. This transition has brought about conflicts and clashes between old and new ideologies, particularly in the realms of socio-cultural and political spheres.
By focusing on small units such as village traditions or household life, Raudal Tanjung Banua employs an effective narrative strategy to tackle larger realities. Small elements like knives or machetes serve as hidden focal points in his storytelling; their consistent portrayal allows them to symbolize male identity or the shadow of masculinity, provoking underlying conflicts. Without resorting …
This book contains a collection of unrelated stories that share the same setting: the struggle of Indonesia during the period of Japanese occupation up to the arrival of the Allies. Some of the titles written by Idrus include "Ave Maria," "Kejahatan Membalas Dendam," "Kota Harmoni," "Jawa Baru," "Pasar Malam Jaman Jepang," "Sanyo," "Fujinkai," "Oh..oh..oh..!", "Heiho," "Kisah Celana Pendek,"…
This bestselling book at Gramedia Bookstore for two consecutive years follows the story of five friends who have shared a deep bond for seven years. They are Arial, the most handsome; Riani, the only woman in the group; Zafran, who fancies himself a poet; Ian, the most robust; and Genta, the natural leader. Their shared passion is pursuing the impossible, from visiting the trendiest cafés in J…
**Collection of Poems 1942-1949** Until now, we haven’t been able to find all of Chairil Anwar’s poems in a single book. Some are included in *Deru Campur Debu* and *Kerikil Tajam* as well as *Yang Terampas dan Yang Putus*, while others can be found in *Tiga Menguak Takdir* and *Chairil Anwar Pelopor Angkatan 45*. However, the poems from these various works are now unified in *Aku Ini Bi…
The stories in *Cerita di Balik Noda* remind us that children are a never-ending source of life’s wisdom if we choose to see them through a lens of love. Their mischief sparkles like gold, and their innocence shines like the morning sun, warming our souls. Perhaps it is the mothers, who bring children into the world, that can most readily see this with their love. It’s no surprise that m…
In a village in Indonesia, it is customary for an adult man to go out into the world. "Go and seek your fortune, my son," is a common phrase spoken by mothers in that area. But what does it truly mean to venture out? In the short story "Perantau," Gus tf Sakai beautifully explores the meaning and hopes that wanderers seek. In several other stories, Gus tf Sakai offers social critiques throug…
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This is badminton, and this is Indonesia, where dreams become reality. But for Gusni Annisa Puspita, a teenager whose "strength" lies in her limitations, the dream of making her parents proud through badminton has continually eluded her. One night, a harsh reality struck her—a reality that was unyielding, a life that did not favor her, a truth that loudly proclaimed that dreaming alone wou…
*Hujan Bulan Juni* is a celebrated poetry collection by Sapardi Djoko Damono, one of Indonesia's most esteemed poets. The title translates to "Rain in June," evoking imagery of a fleeting, beautiful moment that encapsulates love and longing. The poems in this collection are characterized by their simplicity and depth, often exploring themes of nature, love, and the human experience. Damono's…
The epic novel Beauty Is a Wound combines history, satire, family tragedy, legend, humor, and romance in a sweeping polyphony. The beautiful Indo prostitute Dewi Ayu and her four daughters are beset by incest, murder, bestiality, rape, insanity, monstrosity, and the often vengeful undead. Kurniawan's gleefully grotesque hyperbole functions as a scathing critique of his young nation's troubled p…
Setelah sukses dengan Saman-nya, Ayu Utami kemudian memunculkan kelanjutan kisah empat sahabat perempuan dalam novel Larung. Tidak kalah bagus dari novel Saman, novel Larung ini seakan mengajak pembacanya untuk merefleksi moral dan keadilan hukum yang dimiliki oleh seluruh elemen masyarakat Indonesia, baik rakyat maupun penguasanya. Dikisahkan, Larung ini adalah karakter baru yang akan membantu…
Kasus-kasus ganjil terjadi di Sewugunung. Mayat hilang dari kubur. Pembunuhan guru ngaji. Sirkus manusia aneh.... Menjadi saksi rangkaian kejadian itu adalah Sandi Yuda, seorang pemanjat tebing yang melecehkan gaya hidup urban maupun takhayul pedesaan. la bertemu dengan Parang Jati, seseorang yang perlahan menyingkapkan misteri maupun kerentanan, dan mengubah cara berpikir Sandi Yuda. Persahaba…
Apa yang kau lihat di savana? Rerumputan? Satu-dua pohon yang meranggas? Atau sapi dan kuda yang tengah merumput?
Berbeda dari tahun-tahun sebelumnya, kali ini buku kumpulan cerpen Kompas memakai judul Cerpen Kompas Pilihan sementara biasanya menggunakan judul Cerpen Pilihan Kompas. Perubahan itu adalah karena keinginan selalu merevitalisasi diri, yaitu sifat yang melekat pada media massa agar mampu mengikuti perkembangan masyarakat pembacanya. Bila sebelumnya cerpen-cerpen yang akan diterbitkan menjadi …
"Para Priyayi" by Umar Kayam is a poignant exploration of the complexities of Javanese society and culture. Set against the backdrop of Indonesia's historical changes, the novel delves into the lives of the priyayi, the elite class, juxtaposing their privileges with the struggles of the common people. Through rich character development and vivid descriptions, Kayam portrays the nuanced relation…
This book can be read as an adventure story set in the deep jungle, following a group of resin collectors being hunted by a hungry tiger. For days, they attempt to save themselves, but one by one, they fall victim to the tiger's attacks.
Aruna, seorang anak perempuan suku Dayak Bakumpai di pedalaman Kalimantan. Bumi Kalimantan yang ia kenal sejak kecil sebagai surga petualangnnya berubah enjadi sarang bencana. Hutan yang lebat, dengan segala keindahannya, harus termutilasi oleh penebangan liar. Seribu anak sungai di sekeliling Aruna terkontaminasi limbah beracun. Beribu-ribugalon limbah memadati air sungai, hutan dan laut setia…
Pintu (the Door) is the continuation of Jendela-Jendela (the Windows). However, this novel can be read alone. Bowo, is the main character. A guy with a Javanese background, Bowo was born with the third eyes or sixth senses. This novels tells his story from the day he was born until the day he has out of this world experiences. Also, not forgetting is his relationships with several women that cl…
Autobiographical fiction of Fira Basuki, Indonesian women author.
Atap (The Roof), is the continuation of Jendela-Jendela (The Windows) and Pintu (The Door). The end of this trilogy tells an end story of June and Bowo, characters from the previous novels. Finally, June has found her man. The identity of the x-man, a misterious man that loves her is finally revealed. In the other hand, Bowo, his brother, has another adventorous journeys. He has sharpen his thi…
The windows tell the story of a young couple's life. June, the main character, unveils her secrets. She shares her past, her friends, and various stories related to her life. The novel is set against diverse backdrops, including America, Singapore, and Indonesia. It openly addresses questions about the values of life. Why is life not as simple as people think? Why doesn’t marriage always end …
AA Navis is one of the few Indonesian writers with an extraordinary energy for creation. He writes across various literary genres, including poetry, short stories, novels, drama, and essays or literary critiques. In many of his works, the author, who spent his life in his birthplace in Minangkabau, consistently amplifies the human voice in all its forms. While Minangkabau often serves as both t…