The Man of Destiny · Characters
Character guide
Key figures in The Man of Destiny by George Bernard Shaw.
Napoleon Bonaparte
major
Also known as Napoleon, Bonaparte, General Bonaparte, General, the young general, the General
The ambitious young general commanding the French army in Italy.
Giuseppe Grandi
supporting
Also known as Giuseppe, Giuseppe Grinning, Giuseppe Thirty, Giuseppe Grandi
Napoleon's quick-witted and loyal innkeeper and spy.
The Lady
major
Also known as Lady, Lady Disappointed, Lady Sweetly
A mysterious and clever woman who engages in a duel of wits with Napoleon.
The Lieutenant
supporting
Also known as Lieutenant, Lieutenant Crowing, Lieutenant That, Lieutenant Petrified, Lieutenant Honor bright
A young French officer who delivers dispatches to Napoleon.
Barras
minor
Also known as Barras
A powerful member of the French Directory, mentioned as Napoleon's rival.
Beaulieu
minor
Also known as old Beaulieu
The elderly Austrian general opposing Napoleon in Italy.
Caesar
minor
Also known as Napoleon Caesar, Caesar
Historical figure invoked by Napoleon as a model of ambition.
The Austrians
minor
Also known as the Austrians
The enemy army fighting the French in Italy.
The Italians
minor
Also known as the Italians
The local population of Italy, subjects of Napoleon's campaign.
The French
minor
Also known as the French
The French army and nation under Napoleon's command.
Excellency
minor
Also known as Excellency
A title used to address Napoleon by subordinates.