“The sight of a Black nun strikes their sentimentality; and, as I am unalterably rooted in native ground, they consider me a work of primitive art, housed in a magical color; the incarnation of civilized, anti-heathenism, and the fruit of a triumphing idea.”
This book is a compilation of various short stories, showcasing a range of narratives and themes. more
Alice Walker is a renowned American author born on February 9, 1944. Her works are known for their profound social criticism and feminist ideas, with notable titles including 'The Color Purple' and 'Beloved'. more
“The most anxious man in a prison is the governor.”
“We are all serving a life sentence in the dungeon of the self.”
“I would never use a long word, even, where a short one would answer the purpose.”