“God is different to us now, after all these years in Africa. More spirit than ever before, and more internal. Most people think he has to look like something or someone- a roofleaf or Christ- but we don't. And not being tied to what God looks like, frees us.”
This novel is a poignant exploration of the complexities of racial identity and family relationships. Set in the American South in the early 20th century, it delves into the lives of a family grappling with the legacy of slavery and the struggle for self-acceptance. The narrative is rich with historical detail and emotional depth, offering a compelling look at the human experience. 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
“Why obliterate the exceptional merely in order to make the outstanding look finer than it was?”
“That woman doesn't have the sense God gave a retarded flea.”
“the world is not a pleasant place to be without someone to hold and be held by.”
“...even the donkeys were quiet.”
“Two such as you with such a master speed Cannot be parted nor be swept away”