André Fernet
A draftsman in San Francisco who becomes obsessed with a hunchback named Flavio Minetti.
Core Belief
"He believes in the importance of intellect and artistic expression, but is also vulnerable to superstition and irrational fears. He is torn between his desire for knowledge and his need for security and stability."
Worldview
Fernet sees the world as a place of hidden dangers and mysterious forces. He is drawn to the unconventional and the macabre, but is also easily frightened by the unknown.
Personality
Fernet is portrayed as an imaginative and somewhat impressionable young man, easily drawn to the unusual and the mysterious. He is intelligent and cultured, but also insecure and prone to self-doubt. His curiosity and desire for excitement lead him down a path of paranoia and fear.
In Their Own Words
"“It happened just as I have said,” Fernet reiterated, tossing the wine-dregs from his glass."
"“What,” said another, “haven’t you finished?” “Yes,” returned Fernet, gloomily, “but I am in no hurry.”"
"“Why do I live in such a place?” he asked himself, surveying the four bare walls. “Everything about it is abominable, and that beggar, Pollitto, is a scoundrel. I shall move next week.”"
Other Characters from The best short stories of 1918, and the yearbook of the American short story
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Fanny Mei Hi
Wife of Nag Hong Fah and mother to Brian and Fanny.
Miss Frances Giddings
A polite, elderly spinster and proprietor of a small general store in Ivy Corners.
Edith Preston
Narrator of the story 'Buster,' a perceptive and well-meaning spinster visiting Cape Ann.
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