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The Fighter

Chapter 2: CAST OF CHARACTERS
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The narrative follows Caleb Conover, a forceful, self-made man whose combative instincts shape both his business dealings and personal relationships. Corporate rivalries and moral entanglements in town lead to clashes, secrecy, and strained affections among a cast of associates and rivals. A shift to the Adirondack wilderness brings physical tests and quieter reckonings that probe loyalty, pride, and conscience. The work moves between scenes of confrontation and moments of reflection, blending action and character study to examine ambition, integrity, and the consequences of a combative temperament.

CAST OF CHARACTERS

CALEB CONOVER, a self-made man who glorifies his maker.

AMZI NICHOLAS CAINE, a young newspaper owner afflicted with certain ideas.

JACK HAWARDEN, a youth who issues drafts on future literary fame.

REUBEN STANDISH, decayed branch of a once-mighty family tree.

BLACARDA, an exception to the rule concerning honor among financiers.

SAUL, a derelict.

CLIVE STANDISH, a victim of “home rule.”

BILLY SHEVLIN, a more or less typical small boy.

THE REV. MR. GRANT, a minister of the Gospel.

DR. BOND, a country physician.

STEVE MARTIN, an Adirondack guide.

JOHN HAWARDEN, SR.,          
FEATHERSTONE, Pillars of the
VROOM, Arareek Country Club.
DILLINGHAM, 

 

A LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER.

A LOCOMOTIVE FIREMAN.

A STATION AGENT.

DESIRÉE SHEVLIN, the girl.

LETTY STANDISH, the other girl.

MRS. STANDISH, whose attitudes are all beatitudes.

MRS. HAWARDEN, a chaperone for revenue only.

SCENE: The City of Granite, the State Capital, Magdeburg Village, and the Adirondacks.