Cry the Beloved Country

In Chapter 2 of "Cry, the Beloved Country," the phrase "the child of his parents’ age" refers to a person who has experienced significant hardships and sorrows in life, similar to those experienced by their parents. It suggests that the individual is carrying the burden of generational pain and struggles, inheriting the challenges faced by their family members.

The only influence I got from the novel was the way Paton was a correctional facility manager, and took an international tour of correctional facilities while writing the book. This wouldn't be significant except that in the novel, Absalom spends time in a correctional facility and is influenced by it.

The white community is afraid of losing their economic and political power of the native people.

The most obvious biblical parallel is between Absalom (Stephen Kumalo's son) and the biblical Absalom.

Check out the story of the biblical Absalom in Wikipedia.

Here are a few parallels:

Both Absaloms...

-rebelled against their fathers

-died by hanging

-greatly grieved their fathers

-were greedy

Pastor Kumalo does not want to open the letter because he fears it contains bad news, such as about his family or his church. He also may feel anxious about what revelations the letter may bring and the impact it could have on his life.

The difference was that Cry, the Beloved Country was focused in the early years of the apartheid and Invictus was focused on the resolution to the apartheid. Mandela was jailed near the beginning of the ethnic separation, and he was released 27 years later, in 1994-1995.

The paradoxes in "Cry, the Beloved Country" serve to highlight the complex societal issues faced by South Africa during the apartheid era. They illuminate the contradictions and injustices inherent in the system, adding depth and nuance to the narrative. By presenting conflicting ideas and realities, the paradoxes help to convey the emotional and moral dilemmas faced by the characters and society as a whole.

In "Cry, the Beloved Country," Christianity plays a significant role in shaping the characters' moral compasses and guiding their actions. The protagonist, Reverend Kumalo, relies on his faith to find hope and solace in the face of injustice and suffering. Christianity also highlights themes of forgiveness, redemption, and social justice throughout the novel.

In Chapter 31 of Cry, the Beloved Country, Kumalo asks Msimangu for help when the school master has no ideas. Msimangu suggests seeking assistance from the government official who is responsible for the area.

Kumalo's son, Absalom, Kills Arthur Jarvis and then Absalom is hanged in the end.

Alan Paton was a white man living during the time in which black were discriminated in South Africa. He himself didn't see it as many other white did. And there are few characters in the novel which talks about his own opinions. The first one is Msimangu. He is the black preacher who speaks for Paton's vision for South Africa and Arthur Jarvis speaks as a white man, probably the best representative of Alan Paton( from his background).

The judge delivers his verdict on Absalom's crime with a long speech

Racism plays an important role throughout Cry, the Beloved Country. The story takes place in South Africa during the 1940's, when apartheid was becoming more prevalent. Different scenes are seen throughout the story where Africans are trying to gain more civil rights. Stephen Kumalo's brother is one of the top three politicians in Johannesburg and a scene of a bus protest by black activist. Arthur Jarvis, a white character, is also working to improve the lives of Africans in the city. There are also different chapters that leave the story and describe the hardships of blacks such as a housing situation.

You spell it as "grido"

Absalom's crime of murdering Arthur Jarvis is the biggest crime in Cry.

Also, along Absalom's quest in Johannesburg, he often steals from white families (money, white men clothes, watches).

Gertrude is a prostitute and sells liquor.

Jarvis's death in "Cry, the Beloved Country" signifies a profound loss for South Africa and the church as it symbolizes the potential for reconciliation and unity in a divided society. As a white landowner who begins to understand the struggles of the black community, his death represents the extinguishing of hope for meaningful change and understanding between races. His willingness to bridge the gap and seek justice highlights the need for empathy and connection, making his loss deeply felt in the broader struggle for social justice and healing in the nation.

Yes, "Cry, the Beloved Country" is still relevant today as it addresses universal themes such as social injustice, racial inequality, and the impact of poverty on society. Its exploration of these issues continues to resonate with readers in contemporary times.

This happens because of the fare hike for the natives and not the whites.