The Conservationist
Nadine Gordimer
This book delves into the life of a wealthy man in South Africa whose possessions refuse to remain mere objects. His life takes an unexpected turn when his wife, son, and mistress decide to leave him. His foreman and workers become indifferent to him, and his farm suffers from droughts and floods. Explore the themes of loss, privilege, stewardship, and the impact of one's actions on the land.
Publish Date
1983-02-24T00:00:00.000Z
1983-02-24T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1974
Goodreads Rating
3.32
ISBN
9780140047165
Categories
Recommendations
1
Recommendations
1994-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
I read all the unbanned novels of Nadine Gordimer and learned a great deal about the white liberal sensibility. – source