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Introduction
Chapter One Hybridity of Identity
1.1 The Hybrid Identity in the Postcolonial Context
1.2 Double-Consciousness of Afro-Americans' Self-Identification
1.3 Manifestation of Identity Theme in the Novel
Chapter Two Loss of Identity
2.1 Characters' Dilemma and Self-Loss
2.1.1 John's Self-Loss as a Bastard
2.1.2 Gabriel's Self-Loss as a Black Southerner in Harlem
2.1.3 Female's Self-Loss under the Double Oppression
2.2 Presentation of Characters' Self-Loss through Diversified Strategies
2.2.1 Symbolism
2.2.2 Multiple Points of View and Narrative Dissonance
Chapter Three Partial Regaining of Identity
3.1 Characters' Quest for Their Identities
3.1.1 John's Quest
3.1.2 Gabriel's Quest
3.2 Characters' Partial Regaining of Their Identities in the Black Church
Conclusion
Bibliography
Appendix
Acknowledgements