# Ernest Pontifex — The Way of All Flesh character guide

> Ernest Pontifex in The Way of All Flesh by Samuel Butler.

**Role:** major

**Also known as:** Ernest, Mr. Pontifex, Master Ernest, the wretched Ernest, dear Ernest

**First appearance:** 0003-i

## Who they are

The protagonist, a sensitive young man struggling with his family and faith.

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