Damon Galgut: on exploring the complexities of South Africa in his writing

Booker Prize-winning author Damon Galgut talks to Cheryl Akle about the complexities of South Africa, and how death can bring a family together. His novel, The Promise, is out now. Damon is currently at the Sydney Writers' Festival. 



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