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Initially written a thesis for his philosophy degree in Universitas Gadjah Mada, Eka, evidently deferential to Pramoedya but at the same time also critically sensible, offers a comprehensive basic text on (as the title suggests) Pramoedya Ananta Toer and (his role in) the growth of Socialistic Realism in relation to the global movement as well as local figures/parties. Covering general as well as specific historical facts with lucid clarity, the book assumes little familiarity with Indonesian history and is accessible to general readers.
Born in Blora on February 6, 1925, he was the first child of Pak Mastoer, a political activist (in PNI) and a HIS (and later IBO) teacher. His mother, Oemi Saidah, was a daughter of a village (Rembang) chief’s mistress, who was to be the well-known inspiration for Gadis Pantai. Pram didn’t stand out in his early schooling, his writing and intellectual activities became more visible once he left for Jakarta, compiling meticulous research, documentation and translation on history, philosophy and literature (which became instrumental sources and elements for his writings).
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