It is striking how frequently references to music and music activities are found in the novel Agaat (2004) by Marlene van Niekerk. In an interview and in written responses to questions, Van Niekerk supplied explanations ...

Marlene van Niekerk’s novel Agaat (2004) gained great praise for its complex system of references. In the present article the references to classical music are traced. Milla, the main character, received music training and ...