Male Representation of Makassar, Indonesia in the Novel Natisha, Persembahan Terakhir by Khrisna Pabichara

Abstract

This study aims at describing the life views which are inherent in Makassar people, Indonesia through the character Tutu in the Novel Natisha, Persembahan Terakhir by Khrisna Pabichara. The character Tutu is described as the main character, who was born in Makassar ethnic group, and is a brave character. In this case, he never gives up accepting any challenge, especially fighting. He is also described as a figure who is not coward when facing various problems. Behind his brave and not coward character, the character Tutu is also a man who is easily sad and cries. The character Tutu eliminates the boundary or standard of behavior of a conservative society that adheres to the patriarchal construction. This study shows that Makassar males’ representation consists of being resolute in their stance, firm and brave, and loyal. The most dominant aspect shown by the character Tutu, in the novel, is his steadfast stance, he never gives up finding the character Natisha, his future wife, who was kidnapped by the character Rangka. The attitude of the character Tutu is steadfast in his stance although he often cries over the events he experiences in his search for his future wife. The experience strengthens his character as the main character in going through scene after scene.