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Summary

Set against the backdrop of rural South Africa during the early 20th century, Farmer and Servant by H.I.E. Dhlomo offers a poignant exploration of power, race, and class. In a society deeply divided by apartheid and racial hierarchies, this gripping short story tells the tale of a proud white farmer and his Black servant, whose relationship becomes increasingly fraught as power dynamics shift and tensions rise. 
The farmer’s authority is unquestioned, and the servant is bound by the invisible chains of his social position—until a single event challenges the fragile balance between them. Through Dhlomo's sharp narrative, we are confronted with the brutal realities of racial inequality and the complexities of human dignity, loyalty, and identity. The story reveals how the racialised system of the time shaped the lives and perceptions of both characters in ways they cannot easily escape. 
This timeless story is a powerful examination of racial tensions, human struggles, and the longing for personal agency. Farmer and Servant is an essential listen for anyone interested in stories that challenge social norms, history, and the human condition.

Duration: about 1 hour (01:17:10)
Publishing date: 2025-04-11; Unabridged; Copyright Year: — Copyright Statment: —

• Contemporary Fiction
• Historical Novel