Harry
Once a promising writer, he sacrificed his talent for the comfort of his wife’s money. Now, dying of gangrene, he realizes that he will never be able to write the great fiction that he had envisioned. He is painfully conscious of his defeat and loss.
Helen
Harry’s wife; he married her because he thought he loved her; in truth, however, he married her because of her money. Helen is a loyal, loving, affectionate, and courageous woman.
Molo
The servant who tends to Harry; his main function is to pour enough liquor in Harry so that Harry can stand the pain of his wound and that of utter disappointment.
Compson
The aviator who is supposed to arrive and take Harry to a hospital.
