The Color Purple: A Special 40th Anniversary Edition of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel

The Color Purple is a powerful novel by Alice Walker that explores the experiences of African American women in the early twentieth century. It follows the lives of two sisters, Celie and Nettie, who are forced into an abusive marriage and must find strength and hope in each other to survive. Oprah Winfrey and Jesmyn Ward praise the book for its celebration of black female identity and its exploration of themes of racialized and gendered violence.

Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 04 August 2022
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

ONE OF THE BBC 100 NOVELS THAT SHAPED OUR WORLD


A Lush Celebration of All That It Means to Be a Black Female




Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie presents a captivating story that delves into the lives of Black women who navigate the intersections of racialized and gendered violence, ultimately finding liberation through their collective community. This novel is a testament to the power of resilience, bravery, and love.




A Brutal and Beautiful Novel
Brit Bennett's novel is a masterpiece that leaves a lasting impact on every reader. With each reading, I emerge as a slightly better person than when I began. Bennett's writing is raw, honest, and deeply relatable, resonating with readers of all ages and backgrounds.




Every Single Time I Read This Book, I Walk Away as a Slightly Better Person Than I Was When I Picked It Up
Tayari Jones' novel is a profound exploration of identity, family, and the complexities of human relationships. It challenges societal norms and encourages readers to think critically about the world around them. I believe that "The Color Purple" was the first book that made me believe that I could pursue a career as a writer, or that it was possible for a young Black woman from the South to write about her experiences.




I Think That "The Color Purple" Was the First Book That Made Me Think That I Could Try
Jesmyn Ward's novel is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. I devoured it in a single day upon its release, and then immediately purchased every available copy. Ward's writing is raw, authentic, and deeply moving, capturing the essence of the African American experience in rural Georgia during the early twentieth century.




Through a series of letters spanning twenty years, first from Celie to God and then between the two sisters, they manage to sustain their hope in each other across time, distance, and silence. This is a triumph of resilience, bravery, and ultimately, love.




A Lush Celebration of All That It Means to Be a Black Female
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's novel is a beautiful celebration of the Black female experience. It explores the complexities of race, gender, and identity, and offers a profound exploration of the human spirit. This novel is a must-read for anyone who seeks to understand the richness and diversity of the Black experience.




A Brutal and Beautiful Novel
Brit Bennett's novel is a masterpiece that delves into the lives of Black women who navigate the intersections of racialized and gendered violence, ultimately finding liberation through their collective community. Bennett's writing is raw, honest, and deeply relatable, resonating with readers of all ages and backgrounds.




Every Single Time I Read This Book, I Walk Away as a Slightly Better Person Than I Was When I Picked It Up
Tayari Jones' novel is a profound exploration of identity, family, and the complexities of human relationships. It challenges societal norms and encourages readers to think critically about the world around them. I believe that "The Color Purple" was the first book that made me believe that I could pursue a career as a writer, or that it was possible for a young Black woman from the South to write about her experiences.




I Think That "The Color Purple" Was the First Book That Made Me Think That I Could Try
Jesmyn Ward's novel is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. I devoured it in a single day upon its release, and then immediately purchased every available copy. Ward's writing is raw, authentic, and deeply moving, capturing the essence of the African American experience in rural Georgia during the early twentieth century.




Through a series of letters spanning twenty years, first from Celie to God and then between the two sisters, they manage to sustain their hope in each other across time, distance, and silence. This is a triumph of resilience, bravery, and ultimately, love.

Weight: 386g
Dimension: 144 x 224 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474625586