The Symbolism Of Color In Toni Morrison's Beloved

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There are clear association with certain colors to traumatic moments from the past. These colors becoming symbols such as the red velvet being pursued by Amy representing hope and a new life which contrast greatly with the red of the baby's blood symbolizing death or in other words an ending rather than a beginning. Color overall could be considered to symbolize freedom in that once a slave is freed then they finally notice and appreciate colors and the beauty of life. Blue and yellow combined create the color green which can be interpreted as her past experiences and choices creating her future which makes the two previous colors not easily forgotten.
Color is an important aspect to consider when reading the novel “Beloved”. Beginning with

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