The Thousand Autumns of Jacob de Zoet
Main Ideas
- Cultural clash and interaction between East and West at the end of the 18th century.
- Personal and political betrayal, as well as the moral dilemmas faced by the characters.
- Colonialism and its impact on people and society.
- The search for identity and self-determination in an alien culture.
- Love and loyalty amidst historical and cultural changes.
Date of publication: 1 August 2024
Updated: 15 November 2026
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Genre: Historical novel
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