To Have and Have Not

Main Characters and Their Development

• Harry Morgan - the main character, a fishing boat captain who turns to smuggling to support his family. His character evolves from an honest and hardworking man to one who is desperate and ruthless when faced with challenges and moral dilemmas.
• Marie Morgan - Harry's wife, who supports him through tough times. She symbolizes domestic comfort and stability but also experiences fear and anxiety for her husband.
• Richard Gordon - a writer who comes to Cuba seeking inspiration. He represents the intellectual who encounters the harsh realities of ordinary people's lives.
• Eddie - Harry's friend and helper, who often finds himself in difficult situations due to his weakness for alcohol. His character illustrates how addictions can ruin a person's life.
• Albert - a smuggler who collaborates with Harry. His character reveals the criminal world and the dangers the protagonists face.