Jason Compson

Jason Compson is a fictional character from William Faulkner's novel "The Sound and the Fury." He is portrayed as a self-centered, cynical, and often harsh man who struggles with personal shortcomings and bitterness. His insight into his family’s decline is limited by his prejudiced perspective, and he often prioritizes material concerns over emotional connection. Jason’s character exemplifies themes of decay, frustration, and moral failure, highlighting the complexities of family loyalty and personal misery within the context of the Southern American South.