Books

A true first edition ( correct letter sequence) copy with an irregular spine and slight lean and an owner's name and address on the front endpaper. This copy signed for me in black marker by Walker when she visited Portland in the late 1990's . A decent copy with the author's signature on the title page.

The Color Purple is a powerful novel about the struggle of African American women in the early 20th century. It follows the life of Celie, a young black girl born into poverty and segregation, who is sexually abused by her father and later winds up in an abusive marriage. Despite her struggles, Celie finds her voice and personal growth through letters and the support of other women.