Set against the fascinating backdrop of Java, the narrative follows three brothers who embark on a frantic quest to uncover the identity of Jeng Yah, a mysterious figure called out by their ailing father on his deathbed. As they trace her steps across various regions, they unearth deeply buried family secrets and learn the intricate history of Indonesia’s clove cigarette industry. Spanning multiple decades from the Dutch colonial era through independence and beyond, the novel weaves a compelling tale of ambition, corporate rivalry, historical shifts, and an enduring romance rooted in the world of traditional kreteks.
Cigarette Girl
Cultural Heritage, Fiction, Southeast AsiaRatih Kumala
2024. Monsoon.
Trade Paperback, Dim Unk, 240 pages
ISBN 9781915310408
RM60.00
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