Who was Fishel Shilsky in The Color of Water by James McBride?

Asked by bookragstutor on 20 Aug 02:10

Last updated by Jill W on 28 Mar 21:02

Answered by Jill W on 28 Mar 21:02

Fishel Shilsky, better known in the novel as Tateh, was Ruth's father. Tateh was a harsh man, unloving, racist, greedy, and abusive.

The Color of Water