👉 Tarefitch is an American author and journalist who has written extensively on issues of race, inequality, and social justice. He is best known for his book "The Color Purple," which chronicles the life of a young woman named Celie in the fictional town of Ozark, Missouri during the Great Depression era. Tarefitch's writing often addresses themes of racism, sexism, and classism, and has been praised for its ability to engage readers on complex issues.