Profile Of Poor Fisherman In Mattiro Bombang

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Set in the impoverished village of Mattiro Bombang, the narrative explores the struggles of traditional fishermen and laborers facing exploitation in a profit-sharing system favoring ship owners. The laborers, bound by contracts, endure unfair treatment, while their wives seek additional income to support their families. Children contribute by earning small amounts during fish weighing, with their earnings split between helping their parents and personal savings for education. This portrayal highlights the harsh realities and resilience of fishing families in a challenging economic landscape.