Symbolism Through Color Usage In Song of Solomon

Colors bring exuberance and flavor to writing. They capture the reader's attention and fill the novel with expressive and inventive symbols. Toni Morrison possesses an extraordinary artistic talent with writing. Phrases like "blood red squares of velvet,” "berry-black lips,” and "jungle-red wine" leave readers awestruck from page one of Song of Solomon. Using this spectacular talent, Morrison intensifies every page with intricate descriptions of color and emotions. The incredible journey of Milkman, the main character …showed first 75 words of 806 total…

…showed last 75 words of 806 total…been hidden from him. Morrison's exquisite style of writing traps the reader in its grip and does not release them until the very last sentence. Even after finishing, readers are in awe of both the long overdue journey of Milkman and the shocking ending, along with the colorful artwork that fills the novel. Between the lines of this story lies a world of symbolism, in which color decorates the sky and leaves an unforgettable setting.