Abstract

Gloria Naylor's novel, "The Women of Brewster Place," delves into the experiences of black women in American society. Through her storytelling, Naylor sheds light on the struggles and hardships faced by these women, who endure suffering and destruction at the hands of white men. However, Naylor also emphasizes the importance of black women fighting for their own identity in America. In her work, Naylor aims to challenge racism and gender bias within a multicultural and hybrid cultural society. She seeks to promote female bonding and women's alliances, rather than perpetuating division and discrimination. Naylor's novel specifically focuses on the struggles faced by black women during the late twentieth century. This research article aims to explore various themes presented in Naylor's novel, including surrogate motherhood, black women's emancipation, and the experiences of unwed mothers facing family rejection. Naylor presents seven individual women characters, each grappling with different circumstances that conceal the complexity of black women's lives. These complexities, ranging from religious and civic involvement to passionate relationships, are unraveled throughout the narrative of "The Women of Brewster Place." By examining Naylor's novel, this research article seeks to shed light on the multifaceted nature of black women's experiences, going beyond surface-level portrayals and exploring the richness and diversity of their lives

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