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Sapphire

    August 4, 1950

    Sapphire is an author known for her raw and unflinching portrayal of life on society's margins. Her works often explore themes of abuse, survival, and the search for identity amidst adversity. Through a powerful and visceral style, Sapphire delves into the complexities of the human experience, giving voice to those often overlooked. Her writing stands as a testament to resilience and the transformative power of self-discovery.

    Angry Women
    The Kid
    Push, English edition
    Precious
    American Dreams
    Sapphire's Astral Projection Adventures Throughout The Universe (Volume I)
    • 2021

      Exploring the psyche of a man who took the lives of eight colleagues, this narrative delves into the complexities of human nature and moral conviction. It examines the author's son, questioning his work ethic, generosity, and understanding of right and wrong. Set against the backdrop of a tragic incident at a company plagued by racism, the story reveals surprising truths about the character and motivations behind such a horrific act, ultimately challenging readers to reflect on the nature of evil and the circumstances that can lead to tragedy.

      The Voice of a Child: A Victim of Racist America
    • 2012

      The Kid

      • 384 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.0(53)Add rating

      Issues. Abdul Jones is nine years old when his mother Precious dies. Parentless, he is sent first to a foster home and then to a Catholic orphanage. But the priests charged to care for him abuse his trust terribly. And Abdul, a victim, finds that he reacts in the most frightening way imaginable. Soon he is trapped in a dark cycle of sexual violence and betrayal. Yet through dance, in controlling his body, he discovers a way he might somehow break free and become himself. A harrowing and powerful novel set in New York, The Kid is a portrait of a boy forced to grow up in a cruel and callous world.

      The Kid
    • 2006

      Featuring over 60 unique adventures, the book explores real astral projection experiences that take readers on journeys to encounter various gods, goddesses, angels, and multiple levels of the Universe. Each adventure promises a captivating and immersive experience, highlighting the wonders of spiritual exploration and the vastness of existence.

      Sapphire's Astral Projection Adventures Throughout The Universe (Volume I)
    • 1998

      Push, English edition

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      3.7(333)Add rating

      This is the story of Precious Jones, a sixteen-year-old illiterate black girl who has never been out of Harlem. She is pregnant by her own father for the second time, and kicked out of school when that pregnancy becomes obvious. Placed in an alternative teaching programme, she learns to read and write. This is Precious's diary, in which she honestly records her relationships and life.

      Push, English edition
    • 1996

      American Dreams

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      4.1(310)Add rating

      Exploring the urban experience through a blend of poetry and prose, this work presents a powerful narrative that captures the complexities of contemporary life. The author, drawing inspiration from Alice Walker, infuses sensuality and urgency into their writing, offering a profound commentary on societal issues. With a unique voice, the collection serves as both a reflection and a call to action, making it a significant contribution to modern literature.

      American Dreams
    • 1996

      Precious

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      3.9(49018)Add rating

      Precious Jones, 16 years old and pregnant by her father with her second child, meets a determined and highly radical teacher who takes her on a journey of transformation and redemption.

      Precious
    • 1991

      Angry Women

      • 239 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Sixteen performance artists discuss human sexuality, racism, sexism, and the ways in which art can be used to break down taboos and dogma.

      Angry Women