The classic, PULITZER PRIZE-winning novel that made Alice Walker a household name. Set in the deep American South between the wars, THE COLOR PURPLE is the classic tale of Celie, a young black girl born into poverty and segregation. Raped repeatedly by the man she calls 'father', she has two children taken away from her, is separated from her beloved sister Nettie and is trapped into an ugly marriage. But then she meets the glamorous Shug Avery, singer and magic-maker - a woman who has taken charge of her own destiny. Gradually Celie discovers the power and joy of her own spirit, freeing her from her past and reuniting her with those she loves. 'One of the most haunting books you could ever wish to read ... it is stunning - moving, exciting, and wonderful' Lenny Henry
Product details
Publisher : Weidenfeld & Nicholson; 1st edition (31 Aug. 2017)
Language : English
Paperback : 288 pages
ISBN-10 : 147460725X
ISBN-13 : 978-1474607254
Dimensions : 12.9 x 1.4 x 19.81 cm
Best Sellers Rank: 1,381 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
183 in Social Sciences (Books)
371 in Historical Fiction (Books)
Customer reviews: 4.5
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