What was the reason why Morrison chose the names she did?
Was there a reason why she chose Helene and Hannah? They are similar in structure, but have stronger connotations. One requires more effort to pronounce correctly. The other is almost a mutter between the lips.
What is the significance between "Nel" and "Sula"? What is the heritage in the names?
I will research this, but if anyone can answer, please help me out.
-Stephanie Schroepfer
The name "Sula" means peace. Sula was supposed to represent the peace that was absent in the "Bottom." I think we can all agree that the Bottom was anything but peaceful! There were many deaths. I'm still trying to figure out if Shardrack witnessed Sula flinging the young boy into the lake and watching him drown!
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