One of the few authors to attain both commercial success and literary acclaim, Toni Morrison, a longstanding member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters, is widely read by high school students and general readers. Her books have been adapted into highly extolled films such as "Beloved," largely because, even when set in the past, they grapple with issues and emotions relevant to contemporary society.
Designed for students and general readers, "Reading Toni Morrison" is a handy introduction to Morrison's works and their place in the world. The book begins with a look at Morrison's...
One of the few authors to attain both commercial success and literary acclaim, Toni Morrison, a longstanding member of the American Academy of Arts...
Since its publication in 1982, The Color Purple has polarized critics and generated controversy while delighting many readers around the world. Rachel Lister offers a clear, stimulating and wide-ranging exploration of the critical history of Alice Walker's best-selling novel, from contemporary reviews through to twenty-first-century readings. This Reader's Guide: opens with an overview of Walker's work provides a detailed consideration of the conception and reception of The Color Purple examines coverage of key critical issues and debates such as Walker's use...
Since its publication in 1982, The Color Purple has polarized critics and generated controversy while delighting many readers around the wor...