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Waiyaki

This character commands respect from a very early age and comes to understand that unity of the tribe is more important than education.

Kabonyi

A man of the tribe who is among the converts to Christianity, this character moves back to the traditions of the tribe when the Christians declare that no one can participate in the ritual of circumcision, becoming a respected leader among the tribe once more.

Chege

An elder in Kameno, this character begins teaching the people that allowing the white man into the area is not good for the tribes, but is ignored.

Kamau

This character is raised as a Christian, but his family breaks away from Christian faith; this character teaches at the Marioshoni school but hates its headmaster.

Kinuthia

This character is educated at the Mission, becomes a teacher at Marioshoni, and vows to remain by the headmaster no matter what...

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