Autobiography of My Dead Brother Allusions & Cultural References

When authors refer to other great works, people, and events, it’s usually not accidental. Put on your super-sleuth hat and figure out why.

Historical References

Pop Culture References

  • "Take My Hand, Precious Lord" (gospel song)
  • John Coltrane (2.82)
  • The Grateful Dead (4.3)
  • Superman (7.26)
  • Bizarro (comic book character) (14.40)
  • Batman (14.40)
  • The Scourge of the Underworld (comic book characters) (14.40)
  • "Amazing Grace" (16.35)
  • P. Diddy (20.37)
  • Bob Marley "No Woman No Cry" (20.48)
  • Duke Ellington (23.29)