The Stranger
The StrangerAlbert CamusCycle of the Absurd, book 1
Characters in The Stranger
7 characters, main characters first.Main characters
Meursault
A detached French Algerian clerk whose refusal to perform the emotions expected of him puts him on trial for more than his crime.
Supporting characters
Raymond Sintès
Meursault's neighbour, whose revenge plot against his mistress draws Meursault toward the beach.
Marie Cardona
A former colleague who becomes Meursault's lover and asks him whether he loves her.
Salamano
An elderly neighbour who berates his mangy dog constantly and is desolate when it disappears.
Thomas Pérez
His mother's close companion at the home in Marengo, who struggles to keep up at her funeral.
Masson
Raymond's friend, who owns the beach house where the confrontation unfolds.
Céleste (L'Étranger)
The proprietor of the restaurant where Meursault eats, who speaks up for him at the trial.