Nukila Amal (Book order)

Nukila Amal Book order

Nukila Amal gained significant recognition in the Indonesian literary world following the release of her debut novel, which was a finalist for a prestigious literary award. Her collections of short stories and individual tales have garnered accolades from prominent institutions, underscoring her mastery of the short form. Amal also extends her creative talents to children's literature and is an accomplished translator of poetry. Her work is characterized by its insightful exploration of human experience and stylistic finesse.

The Original Dream

288 pages
11 hours of reading

2.6(98)Add rating

For Maya, history is like a dream, and her dreams are like a history of her life and how it relates to others. Effortlessly defying and calling into question time and space, Maya inhabits fantastical realities filled with shamans, romantic longing, a daughter's struggles, and a flying dragon. Lyrically flowing between Maya's multiple realities, The Original Dream is the story of a young independent Indonesian woman trying to break free from cultural and social conventions while also searching for her place among family and friends. With guidance from her parents, coworkers, and sister, along with a newborn filled with the wisdom of elders, Maya navigates her perceptions, looking for answers to unknown questions. Whether soaring through the nighttime sky, caring for her nephew, or tending to guests at the hotel where she works, she tries to delineate the difference between dreams and reality and if such a difference even matters.