
The theme of the novel "Half Past Alligator" by Donald Colvin is the struggle for identity and belonging in a post-apocalyptic world. The protagonist, a young woman named Maya, finds herself caught between her desire to belong to a community and her need to assert her individuality. Throughout the book, Maya grapples with the consequences of her choices and the expectations placed upon her by society. Ultimately, she must come to terms with who she is and where she fits in the world.
By Donald Colvin · First published 1975 · Genre: Adventure, Mystery, Humor