Desolation Angels Describe symbolism in Desolation Angels by Jack Kerouac Asked by bookragstutor 12 years ago 8/20/2012 11:57 AM Last updated by Jill W 5 years ago 9/1/2019 1:59 PM
In Book I, Part II, Kerouac's experience with the old man at the bar is enlightening. He turns out to be a pleasant surprise, and for the author, he comes to symbolize kind farming men everywhere.