Yunior de las Casas

Yunior de las Casas is a fictional character from Junot Díaz's novel "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao." He serves as a narrator and crucial figure in the story, highlighting themes of identity, diaspora, and cultural heritage in the Dominican-American experience. Yunior is intricately linked to the main character, Oscar, and provides insight into Oscar's struggles with love, identity, and the impact of historical trauma. Through Yunior's perspective, the novel explores complex relationships and the challenges faced by immigrants, blending humor with poignant reflections on personal and collective histories.