In the Penal Colony
In the Penal ColonyFranz Kafka
Characters in In the Penal Colony
3 characters, main characters first.Main characters
The Officer
The devoted operator of the execution machine and last defender of the old Commandant's order.
Supporting characters
The Traveler
A visiting explorer asked to pass judgment on the colony's method of execution.
The Condemned Man
A prisoner sentenced without trial, unaware of the charge against him.