The Bluest Eye

Written by Toni Morrison.

"The Bluest Eye" by Toni Morrison set during the Great Depression, tells the story of Pecola Breedlove, an African American girl yearning for blue eyes and blonde hair, believing these will earn her love and acceptance. Narrated by Claudia MacTeer, the novel depicts Pecola's dysfunctional family and her struggles with racism and rejection, resulting in deep feelings of worthlessness. It critiques beauty standards, racism, and identity, examining the destructive obsession with white beauty and the impact of trauma and internalized racism.