Character Sketches

Every story needs characters, because they drive the story. Let's dive into that!

Kino, Juana, and Coyotito
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Kino

Kino is the protagonist, who supports the family as a pearl farmer. He represents man, and he shows us the songs of family, good, and evil. His need to serve his family well and keep his reputation blinds him from the wisdom of his wife, Juana.

Juana

Juana is Kino's young wife. She loves Coyotito, her firstborn, and would do anything for him. Juana has the wisdom of a mother, wife, and woman. Though she knows Kino is making bad decisions, she stands by him.

Coyotito

The infant of Juana and Kino. He gets stung by a scorpion one morning, beginning the adventure.

The Doctor

A chubby, rude, greedy man. He doesn't like treating patients, and would much rather poison them for more money.  He has a dead wife, a large house, and servants. Almost everyone despises him.

The Dealers

The dealers enjoy tricking the Native Americans, so that they can please their bosses. They buy pearls for a living.

The Trackers

These men are experienced hunters. They will hunt anyone and kill for money, like they did to Coyotito. 

Juan Tomás

The kind brother of Kino. He takes care of Kino on the night of Kino's escape. He also keeps the secret of the escape safe.

Apolonia

Juan's wife. She is very traditional, but will listen to her husband and Kino. She and Juana know each other well.

Character Sketch Credits:

"The Pearl." The Pearl. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Dec. 2014. 

Photo Credits: 

D., David. "The Pearl by John Steinbeck." The Pearl by John Steinbeck. Weebly, n.d. Web. 14 Dec. 2014.