Song of Solomon (Cyclopedia of Literary Characters)
At a glance:
- Author: Chloe Anthony Wofford
- First Published: 1977
- Type of Work: Novel
- Type of Plot: Bildungsroman
- Time of Work: The first half of the twentieth century, the days immediately after the Civil War, and particularly the late 1950’s and early 1960’s
- Setting: Detroit, Michigan
- Genres: Long fiction, Bildungsroman, Impressionistic literature
- Subjects: African Americans, Family or family life, North America or North Americans, Self-discovery, United States or Americans, Racism, Twentieth century, Nineteenth century, Midwest, Oppression, Folklore, Michigan, Flight, Terrorism or terrorists
- Locales: Detroit, MI, Danville, PA, Mercy, MI, Shalimar, VA
Characters Discussed
Macon Dead III, also known as Milkman, the protagonist, a black man in his twenties who grows up when he discovers his connection with his ancestors, especially the founder of his family, his great- grandfather, Solomon. At first, Milkman is a spoiled, self- centered, confused, and immature boy affected greatly by the tense atmosphere of his unhappy home and family. Milkman’s family is ruled by his domineering and unsympathetic father, who has no interest in his past and his family heritage. Milkman, however, with the help of his aunt, Pilate, and his...
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