The Bluest Eye is one of Toni Morrisona�TMs most powerful novels. The Nobel Laureatea�TMs debut is the story of Pecola Breedlove, a young black girl who prays for her eyes to turn blue so that she will be as beautiful as all the blond, blue-eyed children in America. This book presents an impressive collection of updated critical essays and an insightful introduction by the editor that will enrich studentsa�TM insight into this heartbreaking classic that tackles the crucial themes of race and identity.