logo area
books book001894 in Sri Lanka

The Lying Days

RS.4,140
RS.4,140
tagsLow cost islandwide delivery tagsIn Stock
Payment offers available at checkout


The Lying Days is the debut novel by Nobel Prize-winning author Nadine Gordimer, offering readers an insightful exploration of identity and society in mid-20th century South Africa. This classic work of literature follows Helen Shaw, a young woman navigating life in a white middle-class family within a small gold-mining town.

  • Written by Nadine Gordimer, Nobel Prize laureate in Literature
  • First published in 1953 as Gordimer`s debut novel
  • Set in a small gold-mining town in South Africa
  • Main character: Helen Shaw, daughter of white middle-class parents
  • Explores themes of race, class and personal awakening in apartheid-era South Africa
  • Essential reading for literature enthusiasts and students of African fiction
  • Categorised as nonfiction narrative exploring real social dynamics

Order The Lying Days through Kapruka and have this celebrated novel delivered across Sri Lanka.

Yes, you can order `The Lying Days` from anywhere in Sri Lanka through Kapruka`s online platform, and it will be delivered to your location.

Kapruka has a return policy in place for unsatisfactory products. Please review the return policy details on the website or contact customer service for specific information regarding returning books like `The Lying Days`.

Delivery times may vary depending on your location in Sri Lanka. Typically, it takes a few business days for orders to be processed and delivered.

While `The Lying Days` is generally suitable for adult readers, it is recommended for older teenagers and adults due to its mature themes and complex narrative.

`The Lying Days` is classified as a novel in the literary fiction genre, exploring themes such as personal growth, societal issues, and the complexities of human relationships.

Share On :

4.7 average based on 37 reviews.

Readers drawn to literary fiction and postcolonial narratives often explore a broad shelf of world literature titles. Kapruka stocks an extensive range of pet health products alongside classic fiction, making it a practical destination for readers who collect across genres. Those building a home library frequently pair novels with educational tutoring services for a well-rounded reading shelf.

Readers who enjoy thought-provoking literary works also tend to browse non-fiction on society, belief, and culture. Kapruka carries a dedicated range of Buddhist religious items and similar texts that complement serious literary reading and encourage deeper contextual understanding of the human experience across different societies.

fb_shopping