NPR's Book of the Day 'The Color Purple' is about the bonding of women
Oct 25, 2023
The podcast explores the survival of Black women in a male-dominated world in 'The Color Purple', including the portrayal of strong and loving female relationships. Author Alice Walker discusses the development of the characters and the importance of tackling difficult subjects in her novel. The letter format reflects the historical reality of women's experiences and debunking misconceptions about controversial themes.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Themes and Characters of 'The Color Purple'
01:35 • 2min
The structure and characterization in 'The Color Purple'
03:17 • 2min
Exploring the Characterization and Themes in the Book
05:31 • 2min
Exploring Strong and Loving Female Relationships and Gratitude in The Color Purple
07:10 • 2min