Two Essays

Few Indonesian essayists can compete with Nirwan Arsuka in his ability to pull together different strands of thought, periods of history, and fields of knowledge in a cohesive unit that is easy-to-read. Nirwan exercises a remarkably dexterous hand when it comes to bringing characters from the distant past back to life.

• Nirwan Ahmad Arsuka, Author

  Nirwan Ahmad Arsuka was born in Barru, South Sulawesi. He studied Nuclear Technology at university but worked as an editor at several newspapers and journals after graduating. In addition to writing essays on literature and culture, he also writes scientific essays and pieces on the relationship between science and literature.

• Tjandra Kerton, Translator

• Martina Heinschke, Translator