Billy Budd: Characters & Summary
Characters Billy Budd– He is a bright-eyed, twenty-one year old forewoman of the British Fleet. An orphan, he is tall, athletic, friendly, innocent, and helpful. He is a loyal friend, and a fierce fighter. All the officers like him except for Claggart. Claggart– The Master-at-Arms that is envious and jealous of Billy Budd. He is…