The Mullet Man

The Mullet ManThe Mullet Man tells the poignant story of an unlikely friendship between an elderly Black man, Ulysses, and an 11 year old white boy, Richie, in the deep South of 1955. Their bond begins with a shared love of fishing but deepens as they navigate societal challenges. Uly uses his wisdom from a lifetime of hard work to guide Richie, who grapples with the complexities of race and friendship amidst societal pressures. As Richie faces backlash for

The Mullet Man tells the poignant story of an unlikely friendship between an elderly Black man, Ulysses, and an 11-year-old white boy, Richie, in the deep South of 1955. Their bond begins with a shared love of fishing but deepens as they navigate societal challenges. Uly uses his wisdom from a lifetime of hard work to guide Richie, who grapples with the complexities of race and friendship amidst societal pressures. As Richie faces backlash for befriending Uly, their relationship becomes a lens for exploring racism and the hope for change. This novella captures a raw slice of Americana, highlighting valuable life lessons and the enduring struggle against racial division.

About the Author

R. W. Fields is retired and lives in Florida. He has been a government scientist, businessman and still is an ardent fly fisherman ever in pursuit of the “Silver King”. He is married and has two children.