Disgrace - J.M Coetzee | Review

There are few times I can say that a book where most of the action is stagnate, moves me in such a profound manner. However, 'Disgrace' by J.M Coetzee is such a read.
Written in 1999, Coetzee is a South African writer and as such I wanted to delve into his work, I'm trying to read a more broad variety of cultural books; rather than the same English writers. Coetzee's 'Disgrace'  is a perfect novel to begin with, and as such, will be following on the theme of Coetzee by delving into 'Slow Man' , after my next read. 
'Disgrace' is a novel with two major peaks, which alter David Lurie's perspective. Told in the third person 'Disgrace' moves through a time of particular alteration in Lurie's life, taking a hold of a particular quixotic desire he has. It details his high rise and his crushing fall, which change his way of self entirely. The daughter of Lurie, Lucy is a particularly fond character; whilst some readers may not agree with her decisions throughout the novel, one cannot fault her resistance to the harsh times living in the countryside. She is a remarkable figure, a real portrayal of a character with remarkable strength. 
My argument is, this book SHOULD be taught in schools, at a higher A-level. Whilst this is a bold statement, I feel more schools need to adapt a wider range of cultural books into the curriculum. When I studied my A-level in English, I was drowned with books like 'Wuthering Heights' - Emily Bronte, and 'On Chesil Beach' - Iain McEwan. The one cultural novel I studied was Isabel Allende's 'House of Spirits' a Chillian writer; a particular favorite of mine. However, Coetzee balances delicate subjects against spectacular imagery and emotion. I feel that teenagers in particular could really learn some important lessons, not only with how to write moving and powerful imagery; but to also learn about different cultures and ways of life. If you are between 16+ please read this, PLEASE. 
 The language is so enriching, it really pulls you as this story runs parallel to  Lord George Byron's life and work. As Lurie tries to complete his novel on Byron, you really begin to see more similarities between Byron and Lurie. Both womanizers with a significant power behind them, you really have to delve into the book to draw out all the similarities.
So overall, I loved 'Disgrace', further to this I liked Coetzee subtle nods to the play on the word 'Disgrace'  which are a nice "easter egg" item to look for throughout the book.  So please read this book, it is a rare jewel in a world of books which would be a shame to miss.
Overall score: 7/10
Love,
Grace xxx