Book review: The Schooldays Of Jesus

JM COETZEE’s novels are generally bleak, and full of hidden meanings. Yet most of the time this is a recipe for success.

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For instance, Disgrace, which examines post-apartheid South Africa, is a brilliant, unforgettable read that covers politics and the flaws of humanity.

However, The Schooldays Of Jesus doesn’t quite match up.

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