The Color Purple
by
Alice Walker
Good Books rating 4.58
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- ID: 44
- Added: 2025-08-15
- Updated: 2025-09-03
- Published: 1983-01-01
- Reviews: 3
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- An absolutely amazing book.
- The story of a southern, downtrodden woman fighting against the tyranny of men and racism is incredibly compelling.
- One of those books that will stay with you long after reading.
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- It's no shock to me that The Color Purple is a Pulitzer Prize winner.
- It is able to deal with rape, incest, domestic abuse, homosexuality with honesty and depth.
- A profound and essential read that explores difficult topics courageously.
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- The Color Purple was a particularly fitting choice, given its feminist themes and exploration of racial segregation and discrimination.
- It captures the struggles of African American women in a segregated society.
- The novel delivers a deeply moving story of resilience and personal growth.