Alice Walker stands as one of America's preeminent literary voices, weaving narratives that delve into the depths of the human experience with a distinctive style. Her work confronts pressing issues of injustice, inequality, and poverty, exploring the resilience of the human spirit through her characters. Walker's writing is characterized by its poetic sensibility, deep empathy, and an unwavering commitment to facing adversity. She has not only shaped American literature but has also actively engaged as an activist and public intellectual, championing social change.
The journals offer profound insights and guidance, serving as a valuable resource for readers. They reveal personal reflections and experiences that illuminate the human condition, providing a roadmap for navigating life's complexities. With their heartfelt narratives, these writings are both a revelation and a meaningful gift, encouraging introspection and connection among readers.
Set against the backdrop of the interwar period, the story follows two sisters as they navigate the challenges and hardships of their time. Their journey explores themes of resilience, familial bonds, and the struggle for survival amidst societal upheaval. Through their experiences, the novel delves into the complexities of sisterhood and the impact of historical events on personal lives.
The narrative centers on Elizabeth as she embarks on new adventures, discovering that feeling nervous is a shared experience. Through her journey, she learns to embrace her butterflies, finding comfort in the fact that her mother experiences them too. This heartwarming tale reassures readers that they are not alone in facing challenges and highlights the importance of support and understanding in overcoming fears.
"Sweet People Are Everywhere, an illustrated picture book featuring a poem by internationally renowned writer and activist Alice Walker, is a powerful celebration of humanity. The poem addresses a young boy getting his first passport, taking the boy--and the reader--on a journey through a series of countries around the globe where 'sweet people' can be found"-- Provided by publisher
Short enough to be read in a single sitting, this book is one of those gorgeous, much too fleeting things...Brimming with observational detail from a man whose life spanned continents and eras, the story is at times devastating, but Hurston's success in bringing it to light is a marvel. NPR
Mindful poems about tolerance, justice and hope for the Alice Walker, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Color Purple.
The unseen journals of Alice Walker - literary icon and author of The Color Purple
"The Palestine Festival of Literature was established in 2008. Bringiong together writers from all corners of the globe, it aims to help Palestinians break the cultural siege imposed by the Isreali military occupation, to strengthen their artistic links with the the rest of the world."--Book flap
In Get Conscious, Ali Walker shows that instead of wasting time fantasizing about the future, we can take action to feel calm, positive and uplifted in the present. The key to this is self-awareness. Drawing on her research and her work with clients, Ali breaks down the four elements of self-awareness and provides strategies for mastering them.
In this luminous collection of poems, Pulitzer Prize-winner Alice Walker casts her eye on history, politics and nature, as well as world figures. In tributes to such people as Jimmy Carter, Gloria Steinem and the Dalai Lama, she reminds readers of the urgency of this moment in history and of the human capacity to come together and take action. Walker imbues her poetry with memorable images, as well as anger, forgiveness and wisdom. Chronicling the conditions of human life today, The World Will Follow Joy demonstrates Alice Walker's compassion and spirituality.
