Caul Baby Summary
Morgan Jerkins

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Caul Baby Overview

Morgan Jerkins third-person omniscient narrative, Caul Baby, is a family drama that follows the lives of the Melancon and Danville women. The entirety of the novel is set in present day Harlem. Jerkins explores themes of motherhood, tradition, and grief, amongst others.