CRY,THE BELOVED COUNTRY BY ALAN PATON

Cry, the Beloved Country by Alan Paton (1949 Edition)

“Cry, the Beloved Country” is a powerful and moving novel by Alan Paton, first published in 1949. Set against the backdrop of pre-apartheid South Africa, the story follows Stephen Kumalo, a rural Zulu priest, as he searches for his missing son in Johannesburg. Along the way, he confronts the harsh realities of racial injustice, poverty, and social inequality. The novel is both a profound critique of South Africa’s political system and a heartfelt plea for compassion and understanding in a divided land. Paton’s lyrical prose and deep humanity make this a timeless classic of world literature.