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Author(s): Johnson, Marilyn and Fineman, Dana Title: Oprah Winfrey: a life in books Source: Life, Sept 1997, no. 9: p.44
Abstract: Talk show host Winfrey has always been an avid reader and has been greatly influenced by books.  Books got her through a loveless childhood in which she was demeaned for her intelligence and love of reading.  Favorite books include 'The Color Purple,' by Alice Walker and 'Jubilee by Margaret Walker.