The Dead by James Joyce -- Characters and Themes
Characters Gabriel Conroy - The main character of the story. Teacher at a college Kate Morkan (more vivacious) and Julia Morkan (not aware of her environment so much) - Elderly sisters who throw a party during Christmas time. Gabriel's aunts Mary Jane Morkan - Niece of Kate and Julia Morkan. Lily - Maid, insulted by Gabriel Conroy when he asks about her love life. Gretta Conroy - Gabriel's wife. Molly Ivors - Colleague of Gabriel's, very patriotic about Ireland. Mr. Browne - Only Protestant guest at the party. Freddy Malins - A drunk and friend of Gabriel. Bartell D'Arcy - A famous, retired tenor. Themes Party, dancing, food Propriety Gabriel's self importance Gabriel's self excessive self awareness Irish Politics Singing and playing music Opera Gretta scorns Gabriel