The theme of religion and community is not foreign to Toni Morrison. In several of her novels, she has treated themes of God and humanity. Indeed, spirituality is a common thread woven through many of her characters. Morrison has a sharp insight into people as ... a place for "every man, woman and child who could make it through" to love themselves and each other in a way not sustainable in the e constricted world white Cincinnati and white America. Within the Clearing, connections and emotions are possible that are unendurable beyond it." Baby Suggs enabled this community by preaching her won...

• Word Count: 3712
• Approx Pages: 15
• Grade Level: High School

The theme of religion and community is not foreign to Toni Morrison. In several of her novels, she has treated themes of God and humanity. Indeed, spirituality is a common thread woven through many of her characters. Morrison has a sharp insight into people as ... a place for "every man, woman and child who could make it through" to love themselves and each other in a way not sustainable in the e constricted world white Cincinnati and white America. Within the Clearing, connections and emotions are possible that are unendurable beyond it." Baby Suggs enabled this community by preaching her won...

• Word Count: 3715
• Approx Pages: 15
• Grade Level: High School