Solomon is a very interesting character in the novel, Let the Great World Spin, by Colum McCann. Solomon is a judge, so his job is to literally observe people and judge them from their actions. While Solomon’s section in the novel may be brief, he provides new insight on the other characters in the novel. His character is important because he helps us, the readers, see the characters in the novel through fresh eyes. We know a lot about the other characters in the novel, but observing the characters through the eyes of Solomon helps the readers see how the characters, who we know so well, look to others in the novel. Solomon is assigned to be the judge for Tillie’s case. Corrigan is with Tillie in the courtroom, and Solomon’s comments on the character’s appearance reveals a lot about how the characters look to strangers, who don’t know their life story like the readers do. After reading the stories of Corrigan and Tillie, the readers are able to understand and respect their lifestyle. But Solomon, a complete stranger, is not able to see these two characters the …show more content…
For the readers, these characters are strong, independent, and dynamic characters, but through Solomon, the readers are able to see a different side to the characters. Solomon’s character represents most people observing strangers and the judgements and questions they have. Solomon’s character provides fresh insights on the characters that none of the other characters offer: he shows how most people truly view how the characters without knowing their backstory or life. With Tillie and Corrigan, Solomon offers judgements of their appearance and behavior like most people would if they saw the two together, and with the tightrope walker, Solomon shows his amazement and admiration for the tightrope walker. Solomon seems to be the only character who offers true insight on how the characters appear to everyday