... many struggles in these women's lives, they are able to overcome because "when women are together in a common bond they can overcome the males who mistreat them" (Allan). In the novel The Color Purple, Walker portrays female companionship as a way for women to defy the cruelty and control of their men. Celie's first experience with a male who mistreats her is her stepfather, whom she calls Pa ... ._____, it may have contributed to the friendship formed with Mr.____ at the end of the novel. A life with a man who loves her sounded good to Celie and she wondered if that type of life was att...

• Word Count: 2865
• Approx Pages: 11
• Grade Level: High School