Exploring Identity in 'Talking Book'

This chapter examines the themes of identity and culture as presented in Stevie Wonder's album 'Talking Book,' particularly through its impactful album cover. It highlights Wonder's fashion choices as symbols of African ancestry and the nuances of representation within societal perceptions of blindness. The discussion also emphasizes the album's political implications during a time of racial tension, reflecting on the transformative effect of Wonder's music.

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