The book Ghost by Jason Reynolds is titled Ghost because the protagonist, Cassius "Ghost" Edwin Jackson, is a young runner who is known by his nickname.
- Ghost's nickname reflects his speed and elusive nature on the track. He's so fast that he appears to be a ghost, disappearing from view.
- The title also foreshadows the themes of identity and self-discovery that Ghost explores throughout the book. Ghost struggles with his own identity, feeling pressure to live up to his father's legacy as a legendary runner. He questions who he is and whether he can truly be "Ghost" without his father's shadow.
The title Ghost is both literal and symbolic, capturing the essence of the protagonist's journey and the themes explored in the novel.
