The Marrow of Tradition · Character
Aunt Jane Letlow
An elderly black woman, possibly related to Jerry.
minor
Also known as Aunt Jane, Jane, old Aunt Jane Letlow
First appearance: ii the christening party
Aunt Jane Letlow's tie to Sister Olivia is one of the pressures that moves The Marrow of Tradition—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
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With Sister Olivia (family): Aunt Jane Letlow is the elderly mother of Sister Olivia, and their relationship is one of deep familial care and shared history. With Sister Olivia (family): Aunt Jane Letlow is the elderly…
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- Wellington's racial hierarchy
- Protagonist
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