Listen to In Search of The Color Purple: The Story of an American Masterpiece (Books About Books) by Salamishah Tillet
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
Mixing cultural criticism, literary history, biography, and memoir, an exploration of Alice Walker’s critically acclaimed and controversial novel, The Color Purple Alice Walker made history in 1983 when she became the first black woman to win the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award for The Color Purple. Published in the Reagan era amid a severe backlash to civil rights, the Jazz Age novel tells the story of racial and gender inequality through the life of a 14-year-old girl from Georgia who is haunted by domestic and sexual violence. Prominent academic and activist Salamishah Tillet combines cultural criticism, history, and memoir to explore Walker’s epistolary novel and shows how it has influenced and been informed by the zeitgeist. The Color Purple received both praise and criticism upon publication, and the conversation it sparked around race and gender still continues today. It has been adapted for an Oscar-nominated film and a hit Broadway musical. Through archival research and interviews with Walker, Oprah Winfrey, and Quincy Jones (among others), Tillet studies Walker’s life and how themes of violence emerged in her earlier work. Reading The Color Purple at age 15 was a groundbreaking experience for Tillet. It continues to resonate with her—as a sexual violence survivor, as a teacher of the novel, and as an accomplished academic. Provocative and personal, In Search of The Color Purple is a bold work from an important public intellectual, and captures Alice Walker’s seminal role in rethinking sexuality, intersectional feminism, and racial and gender politics.
I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio – it caters to different preferences. The drag-and-drop download feature on ListenBook is incredibly convenient – no more complicated processes. 🎶📚 The harmony between simplicity and functionality in this app is truly impressive. Audiobooks have never sounded this good! 🎵🎧 Audiobook excellence – this app's design enhances my reading experience.
I've become the go-to storyteller at bedtime with the help of this magical app. The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits – so cool! I'm amazed at how this app has turned my errands into exciting reading sessions.
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. 💪 Boosting my productivity with this app's efficient multitasking features – audiobook enjoyment while I conquer my to-do list! 💼🎧 The app's performance is remarkable – it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use. The app is perfect for bedtime listening. The sleep timer is a must-have.
I'm grateful for this app – it's made reading a part of my everyday life. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app! The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours.
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio – it caters to different preferences. The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. Navigating through chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's easy to jump to specific sections. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you!
The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings. ListenBook has become my constant companion. It's like having a personal audiobook assistant. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Plays MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
Optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPod with seamless integration
Adjust playback speed from 0.5x to 3.0x for your listening preference
Import audiobooks via iTunes, cloud services, or direct downloads
Get your favorite audiobooks in supported formats from various sources
Import audiobooks to MP3 Audiobook Player using multiple methods
Control playback from your device, headphones, Apple Watch, or CarPlay
Join thousands of users who enjoy audiobooks with MP3 Audiobook Player daily
Download Now