The protagonist of this novel briefly works for Liberty Paints before joining the Brotherhood, an organization opposed by nationalist Ras the Exhorter.
In one episode in this novel, a character leaves the protagonist's organization to sell Sambo dolls in the streets and is later shot by a police officer. Characters in this novel include the aforementioned Tod Clifton, as well as a character who deliberately gives the protagonist bad letters of recommendation, Dr. Bledsoe. This novel's opening chapter was originally published as the short story "Battle Royale." The protagonist of this novel briefly works for Liberty Paints before joining the Brotherhood, an organization opposed by nationalist Ras the Exhorter. For 10 points, identify this novel by Ralph Ellison.
In one episode in this novel, a character leaves the protagonist's organization to sell Sambo dolls in the streets and is later shot by a police officer.
Invisible Man