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Literary Fiction· Suriname

The Red Thread

by Astrid Roemer
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1995Dutch
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About This Book

The Red Thread by Astrid Roemer is a landmark work of literary fiction, first published in 1995. Astrid Roemer's 'The Red Thread' is a compelling exploration of identity and belonging, set against the backdrop of Suriname's political landscape. The novel delves into the personal and political struggles of its characters, offering insights into the complexities of post-colonial life. Roemer's evocative prose and deep character studies make this a standout work in Surinamese literature. Themes of identity, political struggle, post-colonialism run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorAstrid Roemer
Published1995
Country of Origin🇸🇷 Suriname
LanguageDutch
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9789052263067
Editorial Score30/100
About the Category

📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇸🇷 Suriname

This book is part of Suriname's rich literary tradition.

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Awards & Recognition

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Red Thread about?

Astrid Roemer's 'The Red Thread' is a compelling exploration of identity and belonging, set against the backdrop of Suriname's political landscape. The novel delves into the personal and political struggles of its characters, offering insights into the complexities of post-colonial life. Roemer's evocative prose and deep character studies make this a standout work in Surinamese literature.

Who wrote The Red Thread?

The Red Thread was written by Astrid Roemer, from Suriname. First published in 1995.

What awards has The Red Thread won?

The Red Thread has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The Red Thread worth reading?

The Red Thread is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in identity, political struggle, post-colonialism.

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What category is The Red Thread?

The Red Thread is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is The Red Thread from?

The Red Thread originates from Suriname's literary tradition. Explore more books from Suriname on our country page.

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