The essay explores the themes of colonial subordination, gender oppression and the representation of gender relations of the male dominated early 20th century in the novel, The Color Purple and how these can be related to postcolonial feminist criticism. ... Introduction "A male dominated society of the early twentieth century in America defined gender roles which each individual would subscribe to. The ideal role of a man or the qualities of a 'real' man would be defined by a man having a well paid job and him driving a Cadillac, and any man lacking these qualities is less of...

• Word Count: 3403
• Approx Pages: 14
• Grade Level: High School