The Schooldays of Jesus

This poignant allegorical tale follows Davíd, a young boy adjusting to life in a new town after crossing the ocean, where memories fade and the present becomes everything. As he begins school and makes new friends, Davíd's experiences in the Academy of Dance reveal both the wonder of growing up and the unsettling truths about adulthood. Coetzee explores profound themes of childhood, parenthood, and the delicate balance between reason and emotion in this thought-provoking story.