Alice Walker explains the "womanist" perspective that informs her novels including the Pulitzer Prize winning novel The Color Purple.
CRITICAL COMMENT
"A valuable introduction to contemporary African American writers."
Booklist
"An excellent selection for American Literature courses and Women's Studies programs...An important primary source for those interest in African American writing."
Video Rating Guide for Libraries
"Thought-provoking...Serves as a fine introduction to the works of the authors."
Video Librarian
"The whole series has the tonic effect of revealing how rich and varied are the hearts and minds behind African American writing."
