The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Bluest Eye
Book Review: A new fold in Toni Morrison's writing
Summary: 5 Stars
I was assigned this book as part of a thesis on racism in America. Unlike Toni Morrison's previous works - I've seen 'Song of Solomon' mentioned here, it doesn't contain the hopeful, uplifting notes I expected from her. This author has much to teach, but she does it in an almost cruel way. Don't bring her get too close or you may find parts of yourself on those pages. This story is dark, harsh. Sad. She'll get under your skin,I guarantee.Book Review: A powerful novel
Summary: 4 Stars
'The bluest eye' was Toni Morrison's debut novel, and it was first published in 1970. 'The bluest eye' is a tragic, heartbreaking story. We meet the 11-year-old black girl Pecola Breedlove, and her world - filled with hatred and racism. Her story is not a happy one - her brothers have run away from home, and her drunkard father has sexually abused her. Pecola believes that if she only had blonde hair and blue eyes, all her other problems will go away'
The characters are all very well developed, and one has to care deeply for them. The symbolism is easy to understand, and Morrison's prose is beautiful, subtle, and unique.
This is a novel that leaves you thinking, wondering about the world we live in.
Toni Morrison has quite rightfully won both the Pulitzer and the Nobel Prize. 'The bluest eye', was the third novel I read by Toni Morrison. Honestly, 'The bluest eye' is not her masterpiece (I think that the book 'Song of Solomon' is her best novel) but it is certainly worth reading!
An enjoyable read!
Book Review: A powerful story
Summary: 5 Stars
The Bluest Eye, the story of a young girl's tortured life, is not a story you can "like". It reads like your worst nightmares, very disturbing and very graphic. It takes a strong stomach to get through this novel. But, this is just what makes the book a masterpiece, that Ms Morrison can draw such powerful feelings from readers. Toni Morrison has grown as a writer. But this book, her first, takes you to a world most didn't know existed and evokes almost unbearably strong emotions. A must read for lovers of great literature. This is not a book you read for pleasure. It's a book you read for the power of the written word.Book Review: A powerful story..A must read book
Summary: 5 Stars
Toni Morrison's `The Bluest Eye' originally published in 1970, is her first novel. It displays an abundance of talents of a great writer who later (1993) won the Nobel Prize for Literature.The novel is set in Lorain, Ohio, in 1941. It is the story of 11 year old girl, Pecola Breedlove. This is a powerful story which draws from several themes such as historical memory, racial hatred and several other important themes. Pecola who is a black girl and attracted to blond, blue-eyed children and prays for her eyes to turn blue like the children she adores. The journey of Pecola 's agony is powerfully portrayed and crafted aesthetically.
It is a poetical examination into the beauty of logic and irrationality behind an American family and how and why this innate beauty gets wasted and overlooked in the World's most democratic society.
It is not just a story of Pecola Breedlove, a young black American kid. You may find similar characters all over the world. I have heard stories similar to Pecola in many countries where I have lived including Australia!
No wonder why it is a best seller and resurfaced again winning the attention of thousands and thousands of readers. It may be the reason why it was selected for Oprah's book club in April 2000.
Book Review: A profound and moving story
Summary: 5 Stars
"The Bluest Eye" is a heartbreaking look into one little girl's world. Morrison brings to life the inner voice of a girl desperately seeking love and acceptance in a society that is all too conditioned to withhold it. I first read this book in college and it has stuck in my mind ever since, especially Pecola and her journey. Beautifully written, it actually works on many levels for readers of all ages. Don't let its simplicity fool you -- within Pecola's story is a profound and searing message that we should all take to heart.