# Short Fiction — Character guide

> Key figures in Short Fiction by Frederik Pohl.

- [Glenn Tropile](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/glenn_tropile.md): A central character navigating complex realities and identity.
- [Howard Mooney](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/howard_mooney.md): A key figure in the unfolding events, often involved in schemes.
- [Peter Duane](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/peter_duane.md): A protagonist whose actions drive much of the plot.
- [Gala Tropile](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/gala_tropile.md): A significant character with deep ties to Glenn Tropile.
- [Herrell McCray](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/herrell_mccray.md): A narrator or focal character with a strong presence.
- [Citizen Germyn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/citizen_germyn.md): A recurring character in the societal structure of the story.
- [Hatcher](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/hatcher.md): A supporting character with notable interactions.
- [Mr. Harse](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/harse.md): A character known for his dubious trustworthiness.
- [Captain O'Leary](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/captain_oleary.md): A captain involved in key plot developments.
- [Haendl](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/haendl.md): A character with a mysterious and influential role.
- [Mac](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/mac.md): A supporting character with recurring appearances.
- [Mr. Burckhardt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/mr_burckhardt.md): A narrator or focal character with a distinct voice.
- [Guy Burckhardt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/guy_burckhardt.md): A character entangled in the story's conflicts.
- [Mary Burckhardt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/mary_burckhardt.md): A character connected to Guy Burckhardt.
- [MacCauley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/maccauley.md): A supporting character with a role in the narrative.
- [The Knights of Arthur](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/knights_of_arthur.md): A group or figure referenced in the story.
- [Salva Gordy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/salva_gordy.md): A doctor with a significant part in the plot.
- [Sue-Ann Bradley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/sue_ann_bradley.md): An inmate with a defined role in the story.
- [Vern Engdahl](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/engdahl.md): A character with a solemn demeanor and narrative presence.
- [Svan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/svan.md): A supporting character with limited but notable appearances.
- [Kittrell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/kittrell.md): A supporting character with a role in events.
- [Wilmer Lafon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/lafon.md): A character with a specific narrative function.
- [Laurence Connaught](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/connaught.md): A supporting character with recurring mentions.
- [Swanson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/swanson.md): A character with a role in the story's progression.
- [Muhlenhoff](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/muhlenhoff.md): A narrator or focal character with a distinct perspective.
- [Dr. Gordy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/dr_gordy.md): A doctor with a supporting role in the narrative.
- [Mr. Sauer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/sauer.md): A character with a familial or brotherly title.
- [Citizen Boyne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/citizen_boyne.md): A citizen with a role in the societal framework.
- [the captain](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/the_captain.md): A generic captain with a narrative presence.
- [Amy Bankhead](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/amy_bankhead.md): A lieutenant with a minor but defined role.
- [De Terry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/de_terry.md): A character with a silent or mysterious aspect.
- [the Pyramids](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/the_pyramids.md): A group or entity referenced in the story.
- [Wolf](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/wolf.md): A wolf character with a protective role.
- [Alla Narova](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/alla_narova.md): A citizeness with a minor narrative presence.
- [Mr. Dorchin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/mr_dorchin.md): A minor character with limited appearances.
- [Innison](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/innison.md): A minor character with a brief appearance.
- [Major Copeland](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/major_copeland.md): A major with a minor role in the narrative.
- [Sol](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/sol.md): A minor character with limited mentions.
- [Sodaro](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/sodaro.md): A minor character with a small presence.
- [the Kiddie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/the_kiddie.md): A childlike character with a minor role.
- [Ensign Lowry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/lowry.md): An ensign with a minor narrative function.
- [Uncle Lester](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/lester.md): An uncle with a minor role in the story.
- [Walter Hutner](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/walter_hutner.md): A minor character with multiple name variants.
- [Stevens](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/stevens.md): A white-haired character with a minor role.
- [the Ants Try Gordy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/the_ants_try_gordy.md): A minor character or entity with a brief appearance.
- [Dr. Santly](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/dr_santly.md): A doctor with a minor narrative presence.
- [Mr. Barth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/mr_barth.md): A minor character with limited mentions.
- [Sam Dunlap](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/sam_dunlap.md): A minor character with a small presence.
- [Warden Schluckebier](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/warden_schluckebier.md): A warden with a minor role in the narrative.
- [Wolves](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/wolves.md): A group of wolves with a minor appearance.
- [Tiny](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/tiny.md): A minor character with limited appearances.
- [Hawk](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/hawk.md): A minor character with a brief appearance.
- [Joe Hartman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/joe_hartman.md): A minor character with a small presence.
- [Mr. Mooney](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/mr_mooney.md): A minor character with limited mentions.
- [Leopards](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/leopards.md): A group of leopards with a minor appearance.
- [Captain Tillinger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/captain_tillinger.md): A captain with a minor narrative presence.
- [Ingra](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/ingra.md): A minor character with limited mentions.
- [Alephplex Priam](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/alephplex_priam.md): A minor character with a small presence.
- [April Horn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/april_horn.md): A minor character with limited mentions.
- [IX Roget Germyn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_18_se/characters/ix_roget_germyn.md): A minor character with a numeral designation.

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