# Short Fiction — Character guide

> Key figures in Short Fiction by R. A. Lafferty.

- [Vincent](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/vincent.md): Narrator and focal character, a man navigating strange events and personal reflections.
- [Anthony Trotz](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/anthony_trotz.md): A central figure whose actions and perspective drive much of the plot.
- [Professor Aloys Foulcault-Oeg](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/aloys_foulcault_oeg.md): Eccentric professor whose theories and experiments shape the narrative.
- [Marlow](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/marlow.md): A key character involved in the unfolding mysteries and adventures.
- [Texas Manuel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/texas_manuel.md): A rough-and-tumble character from Texas with a significant role.
- [Colonel Peter Cooper](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/colonel_peter_cooper.md): A military man with a colorful past and a python named Pete.
- [Mr. Marshal](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/mr_marshal.md): A lawman or official figure who interacts with the main characters.
- [Margaret](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/margaret.md): A woman with a close connection to the protagonist or plot.
- [Billy Wilkins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/billy_wilkins.md): A rough character with multiple aliases, involved in shady dealings.
- [Clarissa Willoughby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/clarissa_willoughby.md): A member of the Willoughby family with a role in the story.
- [Bascomb Swicegood](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/bascomb_swicegood.md): A character whose name suggests a rural or folksy background.
- [Captain Stark](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/captain_stark.md): A military captain with authority and a stern demeanor.
- [Jennifer Parkey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/jennifer_parkey.md): A woman who appears in the narrative with personal significance.
- [Eustace](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/eustace.md): A named character with a limited but notable presence.
- [Georgina Hickle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/georgina_hickle.md): A woman with a distinctive name, appearing in the story.
- [Clarence Willoughby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/clarence_willoughby.md): A member of the Willoughby family, likely related to Clarissa.
- [Agnes Schoenapfel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/agnes_schoenapfel.md): A character with a German-sounding name, appearing briefly.
- [Father Briton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/father_briton.md): A priest or religious figure in the narrative.
- [Steiner](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/steiner.md): A character mentioned in passing or with a small part.
- [Mula](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/mula.md): A named individual with limited narrative presence.
- [Adam](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/adam.md): A character with a biblical name, appearing in the story.
- [Gabriel Mindel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/gabriel_mindel.md): A character with a surname that appears elsewhere in the book.
- [Teresa Ananias](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/teresa_ananias.md): A woman with a full name, appearing briefly.
- [Dr. Mason](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/dr_mason.md): A doctor or professional figure in the narrative.
- [Adamah](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/adamah.md): A character with a name meaning 'earth' in Hebrew.
- [Officer Comstock](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/officer_comstock.md): A law enforcement officer with a minor role.
- [Musha ibn S.](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/musha_ibn_s.md): A character with an Arabic-style name, appearing briefly.
- [Casper Craig](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/casper_craig.md): A wealthy tycoon with a minor appearance.
- [Mike Delado](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/mike_delado.md): A named character with limited presence.
- [Nokomis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/nokomis.md): A name possibly referencing Native American lore.
- [Gregory Gilbert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/gregory_gilbert.md): A character with multiple given names, appearing briefly.
- [Glaser](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/glaser.md): A minor character mentioned in the narrative.
- [Mr. George Albert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/mr_george_albert.md): A man with a formal name, appearing briefly.
- [Sharper](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/sharper.md): A character with a suggestive name, possibly a trickster.
- [Irma](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/irma.md): A woman with a colorful epithet, appearing briefly.
- [George Albert Leroy Ellery McIntosh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/george_albert_leroy_ellery_mcintosh.md): A character with an elaborate full name, appearing briefly.
- [Maecenas](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/maecenas.md): A name referencing a historical patron of the arts.
- [Blanche Manners](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/blanche_manners.md): A woman with a refined-sounding name, appearing briefly.
- [Tin Man Tony](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/tin_man_tony.md): A character with a mechanical or metallic moniker.
- [McGonigal](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/mcgonigal.md): A character associated with a worm, possibly a scientist.
- [Eve](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/eve.md): A character with a biblical name, appearing briefly.
- [Willy McGilly](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/willy_mcgilly.md): A character with a whimsical name, appearing briefly.
- [George Mullendorf](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/george_mullendorf.md): A minor character with a German-sounding surname.
- [Willy Wagoner](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/willy_wagoner.md): A character with a name suggesting a driver or maker of wagons.
- [Bently](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/bently.md): A named character with a very minor role.
- [Wellington](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/wellington.md): A character named after the famous duke, appearing briefly.
- [Myra Willoughby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/myra_willoughby.md): Another member of the Willoughby family, appearing briefly.
- [Dr. Velikof Vonk](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_45_se/characters/dr_velikof_vonk.md): A doctor with an unusual name, appearing briefly.

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