Toni Morrison

Paradise

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ISBN 13:: 9780804169882
author:: Toni Morrison
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Vintage International
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2014
Pages:: 318
Dimensions:: 13 x 1.8 x 20.3 cm
Genre:: Fiction, Women Writers & Fiction, Women's Literary Fiction
Condition:: New
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Toni Morrison's Paradise is a powerful exploration of violence, fear and the complexities of human nature. Set in an all-black small town in rural Oklahoma, this novel delves into the dark history of a community built by survivors of slavery and oppression. Through a richly detailed narrative, Morrison examines the intricate web of relationships within Ruby, where patriarchal law and rigid moral codes are enforced through fear and violence. The story unfolds against the backdrop of a far-off past that is ever-present in the lives of its characters, raising profound questions about race, religion and gender. A thought-provoking and deeply unsettling read, Paradise challenges our most deeply held beliefs about humanity and society.

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