The Black Prince

Main Characters and Their Development

• Bradley Pearson, a successful writer in search of creative inspiration, going through a midlife crisis. His relationships with those around him, especially with other characters like Francis, form the basis of his inner development and search for meaning.
• Arnold Baffin, Bradley's friend and also a writer, but less successful. He is portrayed as the opposite of Bradley, a more easygoing and cheerful person. His relationship with Bradley experiences tension, serving as a catalyst for plot twists.
• Rachel Baffin, Arnold's wife, plays a key role in the development of relationships between characters. Her complex relationship with Bradley propels the development of his character and the conflicts in the plot.
• Julian Burge, a young poet and admirer of Bradley. Her interactions with the main character reveal new facets of his personality and prompt self-reflection and self-discovery.