The Conjure Woman and Other Conjure Tales

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Exploring themes of racial identity and social issues, this collection features thirteen short stories narrated by Uncle Julius, a former slave, to a white couple in the South. The tales blend supernatural elements typical of Southern folklore, addressing complex topics like miscegenation and illegitimacy. Notable stories include "Po' Sandy," where a woman transforms her lover into a tree for protection, and "Sis' Becky's Pickaninny," which poignantly depicts a slave mother's heartbreak when separated from her child.