City Lovers
City Lovers
Fiction | Short Story | Adult
Book Brief
BetaShort Story • Fiction
South Africa • 1960s
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
City Lovers by Nadine Gordimer explores the illicit relationship between a white European man and a Black South African woman during apartheid. The story examines themes of love, social restrictions, and the impact of racial laws on personal connections, highlighting the struggles individuals face under oppressive regimes.
Mysterious
Dark
Contemplative
Challenging
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
67 ratings
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Review Roundup
City Lovers by Nadine Gordimer is lauded for its poignant exploration of interracial relationships under apartheid, highlighting societal constraints and personal conflicts. Critics praise Gordimer's incisive prose and deep characterizations. Some find the narrative pace slow, but the story's emotional depth and social commentary are widely acknowledged and impactful.
Who Should Read City Lovers?
A reader who enjoys City Lovers by Nadine Gordimer likely appreciates nuanced narratives exploring themes of interracial relationships and apartheid in South Africa. Fans of Disgrace by J.M. Coetzee or Cry, the Beloved Country by Alan Paton may find this work compelling for its profound social commentary and human insight.
67 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Short Story • Fiction
South Africa • 1960s
Adult
18+ years
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