Material possession is a theme that occurs repeatedly throughout the entire novel.
An example of this theme is the relationship between Milkman Dead and Hagar.
The interpretation of this relationship by both parties involved is completely different on both ends.
Although it is true that at first Milkman did feel an attraction towards Hagar, by his 30's he discards her like an object.
Milkman's letter to Hagar is a clear example of letting go; as "He did sign it with love, but it was the word "gratitude" and that flat-out coldness of thank you that sent Hagar spinning." (Morrison 99). Understandably, one can sympathize with Hagar, as she has just been disposed off.
Milkman never loved Hagar; she however, fell desperately in love.
Milkman's cold attitude toward Hagar reflects on his growing obsession with money.
Since her social class is not high, Milkman, although he enjoys her company, rids himself of her in order to look for better prospects.
Over the course of time, one can see how the relationship that developed between them changed.
His interest for her was great at the beginning, then as the relationship became more sexual, he lost interest and began to think more about money.
An example of this theme is the relationship between Milkman Dead and Hagar.
The interpretation of this relationship by both parties involved is completely different on both ends.
Although it is true that at first Milkman did feel an attraction towards Hagar, by his 30's he discards her like an object.
Milkman's letter to Hagar is a clear example of letting go; as "He did sign it with love, but it was the word "gratitude" and that flat-out coldness of thank you that sent Hagar spinning." (Morrison 99). Understandably, one can sympathize with Hagar, as she has just been disposed off.
Milkman never loved Hagar; she however, fell desperately in love.
Milkman's cold attitude toward Hagar reflects on his growing obsession with money.
Since her social class is not high, Milkman, although he enjoys her company, rids himself of her in order to look for better prospects.
Over the course of time, one can see how the relationship that developed between them changed.
His interest for her was great at the beginning, then as the relationship became more sexual, he lost interest and began to think more about money.
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