The Conversion of the Jews
Describe symbolism in The Conversion of the Jews by Philip Roth
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The author uses last name to symbolize his character's roles in the story. Ozzie's last name is "Freedman," which is symbolic of his quest for religious freedom. Rabbi "Binder," is a source of retraint.... he binds Ozzie's mind and offsets his questions. He wants to bind Ozzie to formal Jewish doctrine.
The Conversion of the Jews