Young Adult· Suriname
The Javanese Girl
by Henna Goudzand NaharAggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 2008Dutch
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Published in 2008, The Javanese Girl established Henna Goudzand Nahar as one of the defining voices in young adult. Henna Goudzand Nahar's 'The Javanese Girl' tells the story of a young girl growing up in a Javanese community in Suriname. Through her eyes, readers experience the cultural richness and challenges faced by the Javanese diaspora. This novel is a heartfelt exploration of cultural identity and the generational conflicts that arise within immigrant families. Themes of cultural identity, immigration, family run through the work.
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🌟 Young Adult
Fiction and non-fiction written primarily for teenage readers.
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🇸🇷 Suriname
This book is part of Suriname's rich literary tradition.
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Goodreads Choice Award
notable · regional
20090
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