Banned book review: Song of Solomon
In the month of February the Banned Books display celebrated Black History Month with banned novels by Black authors. The well known titles such as The Color Purple and I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings are included. And there are other books which may not be as well known, but have been just as impactful, and ignited just as much dispute. What is it about an idea that causes intellectual discomfort? I was intrigued to view these contended books through the convoluted lens of today’s society. Song of Solomon (1977) by Toni Morrison Song of Solomon is set in…