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The educators: Kartini (right) and her sisters Roekmini, Kartinah and Soemarti as teachers, pose for a photo, believed to be taken in Jepara, Central Java, 1903. (Courtesy of Leiden University)
The educators: Kartini (right) and her sisters Roekmini, Kartinah and Soemarti as teachers, pose for a photo, believed to be taken in Jepara, Central Java, 1903. (Courtesy of Leiden University)
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UNESCO recognizes Kartini's letters as a Memory of the World

Through letters she wrote to her pen pals, Kartini expressed bold ideas on issues such as girls' access to education, opposition to polygamy and resistance to forced and child marriage.

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Authors hold protest against Meta for 'stealing' work to train AI

Writers chanted "Meta, Meta, book thieves" as they made their way to the Meta building, with some carrying placards reading "I'd write a sign but you'd steal it" and "Get the Zuck off our books", in reference to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.

2 months ago
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Pramoedya Ananta Toer’s encyclopedia website officially launched

The platform, which includes photographs, archives and a list of Pramoedya’s works, marks the centennial commemoration of his life and legacy.

2 months ago

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Martin Aleida: Voicing unheard voices

While backpacking across Europe to meet Indonesians living in exile, author Martin Aleida discovered that even though they may no longer live in Indonesia, the country remains in their hearts.

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Pottermore launches immersive digital experience for ‘Harry Potter’ fans

J.K. Rowling’s digital publishing, e-commerce, entertainment and news company Pottermore has unveiled a new “Harry Potter” experience for fans.

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Mars Noersmono: Surviving a harsh life on Buru Island

An insider’s illustrations and narration sheds new light on the dark history of a prison camp on Buru Island in Maluku.

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'Anak Rantau' a story of wounds and forgiveness

Fans of Ahmad Fuadi’s work can now add his newly released book, Anak Rantau (Wandering Kid), to their bookshelf.

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Indonesia International Book Fair to return in September

Indonesia International Book Fair (IIBF) is set to return on Sept. 6-10 at the Assembly Hall of the Jakarta Convention Center.

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'Indonesia 1998': A satirical illustration of the country's past

An English translation of the comic book aims to help more people understand the tragedy.

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All the things we've lost in translation

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ASEAN Literary Festival highlights freedom of expression, inclusiveness

It’s time for courageous writers to stand tall and make a difference.

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Getting to know Ahok through 'Merubah Indonesia'

Ahok’s penchant for inflammatory comments most likely stemmed from his upbringing. 

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Mandela book withdrawn after outrage from widow

A new book detailing Nelson Mandela's last days has been withdrawn after it was condemned by his outraged widow, publisher Penguin Random House said Monday.

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George R.R. Martin may publish 2 books in 2018—‘who knows’

The novelist took to his blog to reassure fans, this time announcing that “The Book of Swords,” an anthology of fantasy short stories by award-winning authors, can be pre-ordered on Amazon.

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ASEAN Literary Festival taking the road 'beyond imagination'

It is high time to talk about societal changes in this part of the world; discuss issues of religious radicalism, intolerance and blasphemy or, better yet, write about them.

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Adults key to children's interpretation of tolerance

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2 books about ‘Harry Potter’ world to come out this October

The “Harry Potter” wizarding universe is as vast as they come and could become subject to multiple spin-offs for years to come.

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Tyersall Park drama absolutely not inspired by Oxley Road: Kevin Kwan

Kevin Kwan talks exclusively to The Jakarta Post about the Crazy Rich Asians trilogy, celebrity appearances in the books and how similar the third book’s conflicts are to real-life happenings.

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J.K. Rowling reveals 'lost' manuscript written on her party dress

In a recent interview, celebrated author J.K. Rowling revealed that she has scribbled a manuscript across a party dress currently hanging in her closet.

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Ties that bind

A photobook chronicles the political and cultural relations between Indonesia and India over the last 70 years.

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A historical journey through Batik

Kartini Muljadi did something different to celebrate her 87th birthday: The woman once known as an attorney published a book about her batik collection.

7 years ago
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Snow Over Surabaya informative, entertaining work on Indonesia’s struggle for freedom

When Nigel Barley’s latest offering, Snow Over Surabaya, hit the Indonesian bookstores sometime last month, my heartbeat quickened just a little.

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Books to read when you miss 'Harry Potter'

Besides, of course, the Harry Potter series itself. Why limit the magic?

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J. K. Rowling marks 'wonderful' Harry Potter anniversary

Author J. K. Rowling on Monday marked the "wonderful" two decades since her Harry Potter creation first hit the shelves, starting a global literary phenomenon which has inspired a generation.

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Five books for your vacation reading list

Here are some books to accompany you during your break away, or while at home. It's okay, we don't judge.

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Harry Potter turns 20: Business empire with humble start

After years of rejection letters, British author J.K. Rowling finally published the first volume of the Harry Potter saga 20 years ago, on June 26, 1997.

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Harry Potter turns 20: Business empire with humble start

After years of rejection letters, British author J.K. Rowling finally published the first volume of the Harry Potter saga 20 years ago, on June 26, 1997.

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Sketches of individuals longing for sexual healing

Haruki Murakami’s latest short story collection depicts urbanites who, due to their loneliness, get caught up in the craziness and darkness of their own imaginations.

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The hipster's guide to Melbourne's indie bookshops

But among all this “hipsterity,” what got me most excited about visiting Melbourne was its indie bookshops.

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'Pop Kosong' traces music-driven odyssey

Elevation Books’ latest publication Pop Kosong Berbunyi Nyaring (Hollow Pop Makes a Loud Sound) is an incredibly personal work with an identifiable perspective.

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Djon and Rose, a love story

“I am 70 years old, but for Rose and the children, I am 66."

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'Homegoing' a breathtaking exploration of slavery

With simple yet poetic prose, Homegoing is easily accessible to a range of readers regardless of their understandings of American or African history.

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Arundhati Roy releases second novel after 20 years

The author’s second novel, “The Ministry of Utmost Happiness”, is a political, poetic, satirical and controversial epic, the first output of fiction since her book “The God of Small Things” won the Booker Prize.

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