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Introduction: The Legacies of Toni Morrison.
- Source :
- South Central Review; Spring2024, Vol. 41 Issue 1, p1-8, 8p
- Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Toni Morrison, a renowned author, has made a significant impact on the literary world with her powerful and insightful prose. She has written numerous novels, children's books, plays, and non-fiction texts that have been translated into fifteen languages. Morrison has received prestigious awards such as the National Book Award, the Pulitzer Prize, and the Nobel Prize for Literature. Despite her acclaim, her works often face censorship and book bans, particularly in schools, due to their exploration of race, racism, and LGBTQ+ characters. Morrison's legacy extends beyond her writing, as she worked as an editor and actively promoted Black writers during her time at Random House. She also collaborated on The Black Book, an influential project that showcased the Black American experience through a collection of historical artifacts. Morrison's writing challenges readers to engage deeply and think critically, and her commitment to celebrating Black culture has left a lasting impact. [Extracted from the article]
- Subjects :
- MEMOIRS
AFRICAN Americans
IMAGINATION
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 07436831
- Volume :
- 41
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- South Central Review
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 177063051
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1353/scr.2024.a926129