J.M. Coetzee

Born in 1940
  • John Maxwell Coetzee is a renowned South African author and academic who has achieved international acclaim for his literary works.

  • Born in Cape Town, he later relocated to Australia and became a citizen in 2006.

  • Coetzee's writing career spans several decades, during which he has produced numerous critically acclaimed novels, essays, and translations.

  • His work often explores complex themes such as power, identity, and morality.

  • Coetzee's literary achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards, including two Booker Prizes and the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2003.

  • His unique voice and thought-provoking narratives have solidified his position as one of the most influential writers of the contemporary era.

Books by J.M. Coetzee