Description
Wilson Harris's novel Jonestown offers a profound exploration of survival and memory in the aftermath of unimaginable tragedy. The narrative follows a survivor grappling with the devastating events of the Peoples Temple tragedy in Guyana, delving into the psychological and spiritual toll of such an experience. Through evocative prose, Harris reconstructs the chilling events of the mass suicide and killings, examining themes of faith, delusion, and the search for meaning in the face of collective trauma. This powerful work serves as a fictionalized yet deeply resonant meditation on the human capacity for both destruction and resilience.
Available Editions
paperback
Faber & Faber
Published Jan 1, 1997
234 pages
ISBN: 9780571177738
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Details
First Published
1997
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Jonestown by Wilson Harris.