In the novel Song of Solomon, the names of several of the characters contribute to the underlying message that Toni Morrison is trying the convey. Although some characters’ names seem contradictory to their very nature, other names and their origins eventually shape their respective individual and ultimately end up shaping his or her identity. Macon Dead’s name, in particular, contributes to the novel’s message of the damaging effects of materialistic tendencies and the inability of social status to provide one with a fulfilling and satisfying life.
Macon Dead’s name was passed down from his father, who of which is mistakenly renamed as a drunk Yankee confused his biographical information during his registration as a free man after the Civil
Macon Dead’s name was passed down from his father, who of which is mistakenly renamed as a drunk Yankee confused his biographical information during his registration as a free man after the Civil