The Color Purple: A Novel
The inspiration for the new film adaptation of the Tony-winning Broadway musical
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Alice Walker's iconic modern classic.
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award
A powerful cultural touchstone of modern American literature, The Color Purple depicts the lives of African American women in early twen...show more
BUY THE BOOK
Community Reviews
This now, two times over, movie book is still a good read. Celie’s thoughts and words come alive in the pages of the book as we follow her from a sexually abused child, to a physically abused wife and many trials most people would not be able to withstand, to a happy home and successful business owner—a survivor!
Loved the book and movie. Haven't seen the new movie. Love how Ciley comes into her own and how she is befriended by her husband's mistress!
See why thousands of readers are using Bookclubs to stay connected.