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Book Overview: "Beloved" by Toni Morrison

May 31, 2024 · 10m 15s
Book Overview: "Beloved" by Toni Morrison
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"Beloved" by Toni Morrison is a powerful novel that delves into the profound impact of slavery on individuals and their descendants. Set in post Civil War Ohio, the story revolves...

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"Beloved" by Toni Morrison is a powerful novel that delves into the profound impact of slavery on individuals and their descendants. Set in post Civil War Ohio, the story revolves around a former slave named Sethe, who is haunted by the memories of her traumatic past. When a mysterious young woman named Beloved appears at Sethe's doorstep, old wounds resurface, forcing Sethe to confront her harrowing history and the sacrifices she made for her children's freedom. Through poetic prose and complex characters, Morrison explores themes of trauma, memory, motherhood, and the quest for selfhood in the face of a brutal past. The novel's lyrical language and haunting narrative make it a compelling and emotionally resonant read that challenges readers to reckon with the enduring legacy of slavery in America.
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Author Jelani Bomani Djembe
Organization John H. Harris, Jr.
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