Psychological Agonies in Toni Morrison’s Novels ‘The Bluest Eye’ and ‘Beloved’: A Comparative Study

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Comparative study examines psychological agony in characters suffering from racism, sexism, and classism in Morrison's works.

Characters experience profound psychological agony due to racism and sexism, revealing their struggles with identity.
In both novels, the impact of Eurocentric beauty standards leads to intense mental distress and a sense of inferiority.
Using a psychoanalytical lens, the study analyzes the narratives of trauma and suffering depicted by Morrison.
Understanding the roots of trauma is crucial for appreciating the resilience of characters in overcoming their past.

O Rubi (2025) studied this question.

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