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fr. Sula

See page 1732 in The American Tradition in Literature, Volume II, 10e

See page 1983 in The American Tradition in Literature, Shorter Edition, 10e

• For some introductory insights into the text, visit this page, which is devoted to the book. It contains a critical essay, a synopsis, as well as some writing on the major themes of the novel. You can also see what the cover of the book looks like!

• Click here to read an enlightening interview with Morrison, conducted by the online magazine Salon. The interview was conducted just after the publication of Morrison's most recent book, Paradise.

• All of Morrison's works have attracted a great deal of critical attention and praise. For a list of secondary sources related to Sula and her other writing, click here.