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For colored girls who have considered suicide/When the rainbow is enuf Paperback – November 2, 2010

by Ntozake Shange (Author)

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From its inception in California in 1974 to its highly acclaimed critical success at Joseph Papp’s Public Theater and on Broadway, the Obie Award–winning for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf has excited, inspired, and transformed audiences all over the country. Passionate and fearless, Shange’s words reveal what it meant to be of color and female in the twentieth century. First published in 1975, when it was praised by The New Yorker for “encompassing . . . every feeling and experience a woman has ever had,” for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf will be read and performed for generations to come. Here is the complete text, with stage directions, of a groundbreaking dramatic prose poem written in vivid and powerful language that resonates with unusual beauty in its fierce message to the world.

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“Overwhelming....It’s joyous and alive, affirmative in the face of despair.” —Daily News (New York)

“Passionate and lyrical...In poetry and prose Shange describes what it means to be a black woman in a world of mean streets, deceitful men, and aching loss.” —New York Newsday

About the Author

Ntozake Shange, poet, novelist, playwright, and performer, wrote the Broadway-produced and Obie Award-winning For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow Is Enuf. She has also written numerous works of fiction, including Sassafras, Cypress and Indigo, Betsy Brown, and Liliane.

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Paperback: 112 pages
Publisher: Scribner; Reprint edition (November 2, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1439186812
ISBN-13: 978-1439186817
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.4 x 8.4 inches
Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 209 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,865,681 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #626 in Drama & Play Anthologies (Books)
- #1034 in African American Poetry
- #3848 in American Dramas & Plays

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A series of choreo-poems that should grace the shelves belonging to every woman

March 4, 2015

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For Colored Girls is a series of poems about colored women living and surviving. Each poem tells a new story and each story paints a picture of another woman living another life. Each poem is about hope and finding yourself; realizing your worth and owning it.

I would recommend For Colored Girls to any woman or fan of women's literature. There is some swearing and some adult situations, but I feel it is suitable for mature teens.

As I read For Color Girls, I got pulled into a roller coaster of emotions. One moment, I was laughing and the next I was sad or angry. The poems between the covers really do cover a range of challenges women of all walks face. My heart broke for each girl and I closed my Kindle with tears in my eyes for the raw emotions and the sheer amount of heartache each poem portrayed. I loved each and every word and felt a connection with each and every girl. I can't wait to take what I read and put it to use when I raise my sons and my daughters and influence my nieces and my nephews.

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intense and memorable

January 26, 2016

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This play/poetry collection—or “choreopoem,” the term used for this type of drama—will hit you right in the gut. A group of five African-American women express their struggles, heartaches, and moments of joy. This book is intense and memorable, and something I can see myself picking up for a reread.

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My 2nd favorite book of all time

September 4, 2012

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My absolute fave is Their Eyes Were Watching God, but this book here has been the one I re-read and turn to for fortification every time I find myself needing to reinforce my resolve, determination and strength in life. This is such a moving, stirring, motivating, thought-provoking and well-written piece of art. My mom gave me her copy years ago and I in turn gifted it to one of my good friends who was going through a very difficult time which is why I was in need of another copy. I ordered this used copy from the seller because of the great reviews and am happy I did. My book looks almost new and arrived on time.

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A Book For All Girls

August 11, 2014

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This book changed my life. I LOVE the film, so was very keen on reading the book. Now that I have I see why it was so powerful that it had to be put in film (to catch more readers!). The book is just THAT good, I am buying it as gifts for my friends and family this year for the holiday season.

I think any woman could relate to the poetry in this book. It is about what we all go through, and I could identify with every single woman represented by every color. Just amazing, that is all that I can say. Definitely a great read, and I read it in one day. If you are on the fence, you have to buy this book - you will not be disappointed.

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For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Was Enough

August 21, 2018

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I read the book some time ago. I couldn't find my copy so I purchased another copy. This one I will keep and not loan out.

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July 7, 2016

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Where do I begin?! This is an amazing screenplay/book. Read in one sitting but I reference it all the time. Everyone should submerge themselves in this work of art.

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This is a classic

December 21, 2018

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A must have! This is a phenomenal piece of work. I’ve loved this for more than 20 years and each time I read this I discover something new. Or gain a new perspective. Or have a new favorite piece.

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March 19, 2019

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I had to read this book for an English class and I'm honestly so thankful! It is such a beautiful and unique story (its a choreopoem so some people might not like that style). It also arrived in perfect condition!

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