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Agustinus Wibowo, an Indonesian travel writer of Chinese descent, explores identity through his global journeys. Having spent three years in Afghanistan as a journalist, he engages with remote borders and minority groups. His works redefine Indonesian travel literature, allowing readers to experience the author's physical and emotional journey while reflecting on their own conflicts. His third book, the bestselling memoir Zero: When Journey Takes You Home, is set to be adapted into a Netflix series. His latest work, Us and Them, delves into the roots of human identity and conflict, published in 2024.
Agustinus Wibowo, seorang penulis perjalanan Indonesia keturunan Tionghoa, mengeksplorasi identitas melalui perjalanannya ke berbagai penjuru dunia. Setelah menghabiskan tiga tahun di Afghanistan sebagai jurnalis, ia berinteraksi dan terlibat dengan berbagai komunitas di perbatasan terpencil dan kelompok minoritas. Karyanya mendefinisikan ulang literatur perjalanan Indonesia, memungkinkan pembaca merasakan perjalanan fisik dan emosional sang penulis sambil merenungkan konflik mereka sendiri. Buku ketiganya, Zero: When Journey Takes You Home, akan diadaptasi menjadi serial Netflix. Karya terbarunya, Us and Them, menggali akar identitas manusia dan konflik dan telah diterbitkan pada tahun 2024.