Foil Characters In Oscar Wao

In the case of Díaz’s Oscar Wao, the characters learn, through the struggle of opposing masculinities, that the line between protector and predator is a tough line to walk. Oscar, seen as harmless throughout the novel, actually turns out to have major power rivaling even that of Trujillo. While he is sometimes seen as a predator in his obsession and stalking of his love interests, his intentions are pure. Trujillo is a predator in the worst way, hunting down women to satisfy his sexual urges, yet he is also depicted through conquering language as a protector of the female Dominican Republic. Yunior, although he appears to be a foil to Oscar’s emasculated characteristics, is really a blend of Oscar and Trujillo. He is able to have and provide