The Nose

Main Characters and Their Development

• Kovalyov Platon Kuzmich — the main character, a Collegiate Assessor. At the beginning of the story, he discovers that his nose is missing, causing him panic and confusion. In his quest to find the nose, he encounters various absurd situations, highlighting the comedic and ridiculous nature of the events. By the end of the story, the nose miraculously returns to its place, and Kovalyov resumes his ordinary life.
• The Nose — an anthropomorphic character that detaches from Kovalyov's face and begins living its own life. The nose behaves as an independent entity, holds a high position in society, and even attains the rank of State Councillor. Its behavior and actions underscore the absurdity and surrealism of the situation.
• Ivan Yakovlevich — a barber who finds Kovalyov's nose in his bread. He tries to dispose of the nose, but his attempts lead to further misunderstandings. Ivan Yakovlevich is a comedic character whose actions highlight the absurdity of the situation.