Philip Roth- Master Of The Double Identity
Philip Roth - Master of the "Double Identity" because he suffers from one
What influences one's identity? Is it their homes, their parents,
their religion, or maybe where they live? When do they get one? Do they get
it when they understand right from wrong, or when they can read, or are
they born with it? Everyone has one and each identity is unique, or is it?
In literature, (or life) religion plays a large role in a character's identity. However, sometimes the writer's own religion and personal experiences shapes the character's identity more than his/her imagination does. A person's religion can play a big role in one's identity. Throughout his works, Philip Roth explores the theme of identity doubles. Roth's portrayal of identity formation in his characters is directly inspired by his own identity; his life.
One of the most obvious examples of Roth's art imitating life is in two of his books naming the main characters after none other than himself. It was among some of......
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