What inspired Andrea Hirata to focus on everyday people in this story?
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What inspired Andrea Hirata to focus on everyday people in this story?
Did anyone else feel a mix of humor and melancholy throughout the book?
How do you think the setting of Indonesia influences the story's themes and characters?