Indonesia’s World Renowned Writer Gets a Website
The Pramoedya Ananta Toer Foundation launched on Monday seabadpram.com, an online encyclopedia dedicated to the renowned Indonesian author. The platform, which includes photographs, archives and a list of Pramoedya’s works, marks the centennial commemoration of his life and legacy. Pramoedya, a vocal advocate for freedom and human rights, endured imprisonment under various regimes, including 14 years under Soeharto. His works continue to inspire readers globally, shedding light on social and human rights issues.“The website aims to preserve Pramoedya’s legacy. As an open-source platform, we invite public participation to enrich the content,” Chris explained on Monday. Literary enthusiasts can explore a list of 53 works by Pramoedya, published between 1950 and 2014, in the “Bibliografi” section. The “Linimasa” section allows visitors to explore key moments in the author’s 81-year journey, divided into seven distinct periods, from his childhood and early life in Blora, to his years in Djakarta, his turbulent life from 1950 to 1965, his imprisonment from 1965 to 1979 under the New Order regime and his final years.The website also includes three photo albums: 16 images from Pramoedya’s exile in the Buru penal colony, 24 from his return and two from his visit to Germany. Additional albums will be added, eventually totaling five to seven collections.