Alice Walker's life experiences, particularly her upbringing in the Deep South, profoundly influenced her writing style. Growing up as an African American in a segregated society, she faced significant challenges that shaped her perspective. Her involvement in the civil rights movement and the impact of personal trauma, such as her vision loss from an injury, enriched her storytelling. Walker's style is marked by a blend of poetic language and deep emotional narratives, aiming to explore themes of identity, oppression, and empowerment. This fusion of personal history and cultural context reflects her commitment to social justice.