The Color Purple is a novel by Alice Walker that tells the story of Celie, a young African American woman living in the South in the early 20th century. Celie is subjected to abuse and oppression from a young age, first by her father and then by her husband.
Throughout the novel, Celie struggles to find her own voice and assert her independence. She forms a close bond with another woman named Shug Avery, who helps her discover her own strength and self-worth.
The Color Purple explores themes of race, gender, and power dynamics in a society that is deeply divided along these lines. It is a powerful and moving story of resilience, love, and the triumph of the human spirit.