The Color Purple

The format of the book changes within the second part of our reading. Nettie comes back into the picture, rather it being focused on Celie as it was the first half of the book. Is this more interesting to you than hearing about Celie's different lifestyle? I like how the book touches base on different issues you wouldn't expect during this time period. I've never heard of an older novel addressing the different ranges in sexuality, especially with such early age marriage and high likelihood of rape. Maybe that pushed Celie away from the male figure and lost any attraction to them due to the harsh abuse from her own father and other experiences. Can you really blame her?

Quarter One Lit Circle: The Color Purple

Please complete all blog posts pertaining to The Color Purple in the comments section of this thread. Blog posts are assigned weekly for the duration of the Lit Circle, and are due by 10pm on Thursday nights.

Students posting in this thread will be: Ann, Leah, Zack, Gabby & Paige.

Happy Reading!