The Double

Main Characters and Their Development

• Tertuliano Máximo Afonso - the main character, a history teacher who discovers his double. His development is tied to internal conflicts and the search for identity when he encounters the existence of someone who looks exactly like him. This leads him to existential reflections and changes in his perception of himself and the world around him.
• António Claro - Tertuliano's double, an actor living a completely different life. His appearance in Tertuliano's life triggers a chain of events that force both men to reevaluate their lives and the roles they play in society.
• Maria da Paz - Tertuliano's girlfriend, who becomes an unwitting participant in his search and turmoil. Her relationship with Tertuliano is tested when she learns about the existence of his double.
• Helena - António Claro's wife, who is also involved in the complex relationships between the two men. Her reactions and actions significantly influence the plot's development and the fates of the main characters.