Abstract:In Song of Solomon, Toni Morrison gives us a vivid description of the progress of the protagonist-- Milkman’s journey to find his self-identity by his journey to the south. This paper consists of five parts. Milkman’s journey to find his self-identity will be analyzed mainly from two aspects: his confusion of his self-identity and his finding of his self-identity from the perspectives of cultural identity and love ability. The main reason for Milkman’s confusion of his self-identity is his loss of cultural identity, thus leading to his deficiency of love ability. Faced with the feelings of confusion and loss, Milkman finally set foot on his journey to find his true self. With many natives’ help, his journey ended with his establishment of black cultural identity and his gain of love ability. 

Key words: Milkman; cultural identity; love ability

Contents

Abstract

中文摘要

1. Introduction-1

2. Literature Review-2

3. A Brief Introduction to Cultural Identity and Love Ability-3

4. Milkman’s Journey to Find His Self-identity-4

4.1 Milkman’s Confusion of His Self-identity-5

4.2 Milkman’s Finding of His Self-identity-8

5. Conclusion-11

Works Cited-12