Operation Shylock: A Confession

Main Characters and Their Development

• Philip Roth - the protagonist and narrator, who confronts a man impersonating him. He is forced to deal with this situation, leading to deep reflections on his identity and life.
• Philip Roth's Doppelgänger - a man posing as Philip Roth, promoting the idea of diasporism, which raises many questions and doubts for the real Roth.
• Mordecai Lichtenberg - an Israeli lawyer who assists Roth in dealing with his doppelgänger and offers him a different perspective on the situation.
• Georgina Tarnower - a journalist who plays a crucial role in the plot, aiding Roth in his investigation and providing him with important information.
• John Demjanjuk - a real historical figure accused of war crimes, whose case becomes part of the narrative and influences Roth's reflections on truth and justice.