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Raman

This person is the main character of the novel. This person paints signs for businesses for a living.

The Lawyer

This person is Raman's first customer in the book. This person wants his sign to be painted in slanted letters.

Daisy

This person works at a family planning clinic. Early in the novel Raman realizes he is infatuated with this person.

Gupta

This person is a regular at the Boardless Hotel. This person often chats with the main character and gives him jobs.

The Bookseller

This person owns a bookstore. This person sometimes gives the main character free books in exchange for sprucing up his store sign.

Aunt

This person is the main character's relative. This person lives with the main character and likes to chat.

Veerappa

This person owns the New Block. This person commissions the main character to make a sign for one of the offices...

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