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Too late the phalarope

by Alan Paton

A white South African police lieutenant faces internal conflict and social disgrace after violating the country's laws governing interracial relationships. The narrative explores his struggle within a rigid and intolerant society.

Accession 8123 ISBN 0140032169 Publisher Penguin
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