Mayor of Casterbridge Novel analysis: Characterisation-2

3. Elizabeth Jane Newson

Strong

When she realizes that Donald now has eyes for Lucetta she accepts
it and moves on with her life.
This is a sign of strength considering that she now regarded Lucetta
as her friend,

Patient

When Henchard discovers that she is not his daughter, he becomes
cold and harsh towards her.
She is patient with him and continues to stand by him, even when he
embarrasses her at the welcoming of the royals.

4. Mr Newson

Considerate

Before he buys Susan and Elizabeth, he first asks them if they want
to come with him.
’tis quite on the understanding that the young woman is willing, I
wouldn’t hurt her feelings for the world.(page 9).

Deceptive

He fakes his death with the intention of returning after a few
months for his daughter.

5.Donald Farfrae

Trustworthy

Even after Henchard has done so many bad things to him, he is able
to forgive him and does all in his power to help him get back to his
feet including offering him furniture from his old house.

Charismatic

He makes an impression on Henchard who later makes him manager.
He wins over the favor of the townspeople over Henchard this later
sees him being appointed as Mayor.
He is also able to win Lucetta’s love and Elizabeth’s affection.
but that something about the young man- that hyperborean crispness,
stringency, and charm, as of a well-braced musical instrument, which
had awakened the interest of Henchard, and of Elizabeth-Jane, and of
the Three Mariners’ jovial crew, at sight(Page122).