The Public Image | Teaching Key Figures

Character Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major characters in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Characters

Annabel Christopher - Originally viewed as cool and composed in public, this character is actually considered shallow and even stupid by some.

Frederick Christopher - This character, having given up acting for screen writing, is the author of the successful "House on the Piazza."

Billy O'Brien - This character gave up screen writing and works as a voice coach, as well as performing other odd jobs in the film industry.

Luigi Leopardi - This character is the producer responsible for the success of certain Italian films.

Francesca - This character is the press...
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