Meridian A Novel
Meridian A Novel by Alice Walker is a poignant exploration of the American South during the 1960s, published by HarperCollins on November 28, 2023. This edition, comprising 288 pages, presents the story of Meridian Hill, a dedicated young activist who risks her life for the people she loves while navigating the complexities of the Civil Rights movement. As societal norms begin to shift, Meridian’s journey reflects her commitment to peace and understanding amidst the turmoil surrounding her.
In this narrative, readers will find a deep engagement with themes of feminism and the struggles faced by African American women during a pivotal era. Meridian’s health deteriorates as she continues her fight for justice, illustrating the personal sacrifices made in the pursuit of social change. This edition also features an introduction by Tayari Jones, adding further context to Walker’s impactful storytelling. Through Meridian’s experiences, the novel captures the essence of resilience and the quest for humanity in a time of upheaval.
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.A poignant and powerful story of the American South in the 1960s and of one woman who risks her life for the people she loves from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Color Purple, now available in a new edition featuring an introduction by Tayari Jones, author of An American Marriage.
“A classic novel of both feminism and the Civil Rights movement.” –Ms. Magazine
“My life suddenly made sense when I encountered Alice Walker’s fiction.” –Tayari Jones
Meridian Hill, a dedicated and courageous young activist in the 1960s, works to create peace and understanding through her civil rights work, touching the lives of all those she meets even when her health begins to deteriorate. With the old rules of Southern society collapsing around her, her coworkers quitting and moving to comfortable homes and lives, and others turning to more violent means of achieving change, Meridian fights a lonely battle to reaffirm her own humanity–and that of all her people.
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