The Bluest Eye
by Toni Morrison
The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison holds a well received rating of 3.99 out of 5, based on 109.9K reader ratings. First published in 1970. The book spans 216 pages.
About The Bluest Eye
The Bluest Eye is Toni Morrison's first novel, a book heralded for its richness of language and boldness of vision. Set in the author's girlhood hometown of Lorain, Ohio, it tells the story of black, eleven-year-old Pecola Breedlove. Pecola prays for her eyes to turn blue so that she will be as beautiful and beloved as all the blond, blue-eyed children in America. In the autumn of 1941, the year the marigolds in the Breedloves' garden do not bloom. Pecola's life does change- in painful, devastating ways.What its vivid evocation of the fear and loneliness at the heart of a child's yearning, and the tragedy of its fulfillment. The Bluest Eye remains one of Toni Morrisons's most powerful, unforgettable novels- and a significant work of American fiction.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Toni Morrison |
| Published | 1970 |
| Pages | 216 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.99 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 109,944 |
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What genre is The Bluest Eye?
The Bluest Eye is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Bluest Eye worth reading?
Based on 109.9K reader ratings, The Bluest Eye has an average score of 3.99 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Bluest Eye?
The Bluest Eye has 216 pages.
Who wrote The Bluest Eye?
The Bluest Eye was written by Toni Morrison. It was first published in 1970.
What is the ISBN for The Bluest Eye?
The ISBN-13 for The Bluest Eye is 9780452287070.0.
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