Cloud Atlas
Main Characters and Their Development
- Adam Ewing - a notary from California traveling across the Pacific Ocean in the 19th century. His encounter with Dr. Henry Goose and the slave Autua profoundly changes his views on life and justice.
- Robert Frobisher - a young bisexual composer striving for recognition in 1930s Europe, writes the 'Cloud Atlas Sextet.' His meeting and relationship with Vyvyan Ayrs play a key role in his life.
- Luisa Rey - a young journalist from 1970s California, uncovers a conspiracy surrounding a nuclear power plant. Her courage and determination help her stand up to powerful adversaries.
- Timothy Cavendish - a publisher from Britain who unexpectedly finds himself in a nursing home, from which he must escape. His story is infused with humor and a quest for freedom.
- Sonmi~451 - a clone in a dystopian future Korea, gaining self-awareness. Her story raises philosophical questions about the soul, freedom, and equality.
- Zachry - a herdsman from a post-apocalyptic future, living in a primitive society. His encounter with members of a more advanced civilization forces him to rethink his views on the world and himself.
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Updated: 14 November 2026
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Genre: Science Fiction
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