Paradise

Interesting Facts

• The book explores themes of racism, sexism, and religious fanaticism within the context of the African American community.
• The novel is set in the fictional town of Ruby, Oklahoma, founded by African Americans seeking to create a utopian society.
• The book's structure is unusual: it begins with a climactic moment and then moves backward to reveal the backstory of events.
• Each chapter of the book is named after one of the women living in the convent, which becomes the center of conflict in the novel.
• Toni Morrison uses a multi-layered narrative approach to showcase the diverse perspectives and voices of the characters.