The Long Day Wanes: A Malayan Trilogy
eng. The Long Day Wanes: A Malayan Trilogy · 1956
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"The Long Day Wanes: A Malayan Trilogy" by Anthony Burgess is an exquisite panorama of post-war Malaya, where the destinies of British colonists and local inhabitants intertwine against the backdrop of the colonial era's decline. At the heart of the narrative is Victor Crabbe, a teacher striving to find meaning and harmony in a rapidly changing world. The trilogy, comprising the novels "Time for a Tiger," "The Enemy in the Blanket," and "Beds in the East," unveils the complex relationships between cultures and individuals, exploring themes of identity, power, and loss. Burgess masterfully paints vivid images and atmosphere, capturing the spirit of the time and place where each day brings new challenges and hopes.
Date of publication: 29 April 2025
Updated: 28 June 2025
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Genre: Classical literature
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