Neil Klugman is a fictional character from the novel "Good as Gold" written by Joseph Heller. He is portrayed as a college professor who navigates the complexities of life, relationships, and academia in a satirical manner. Klugman is often depicted as a struggling intellectual, grappling with his ambitions and the realities of his personal life. His character reflects themes of disillusionment and the search for meaning in a chaotic world, which are central to Heller's work.