My Oedipus Complex Character Analysis

Larry

The story’s protagonist and narrator, Larry is a five-year-old boy whose father returns home after fighting in the First World War. Since his father was at war for as long as Larry remembers, Larry is… read analysis of Larry

Father (Daddy, Mick)

For years, while fighting as a soldier in the First World War, Larry’s father is away from his wife and young son, Larry. During this period, Larry’s father returns home for brief visits, where… read analysis of Father (Daddy, Mick)

Mother (Mummy)

Only referred to as “Mother” or “Mummy,” Larry’s mother cares for Larry while her husband serves in World War I. For the first five years of her son’s life, she shows Larry a great… read analysis of Mother (Mummy)

Sonny

Sonny is Larry’s baby brother, whose birth marks a major change in Larry’s household. Because he demands his mother’s full attention, Sonny widens the gap between Larry and his mother. He has the… read analysis of Sonny

Mrs. Left and Mrs. Right

Larry assigns the names “Mrs. Left” and “Mrs. Right” to his feet. Mrs. Left and Mrs. Right are meant to entertain, advise, and validate Larry. Mrs. Right plays a more prominent role in Larry’s discussions… read analysis of Mrs. Left and Mrs. Right

The Geneys

The Geneys are a family that live up the road from Larry’s family. They are not financially comfortable, and recently had a baby. The Geneys are referenced in a disagreement Larry has with his… read analysis of The Geneys

Minor Characters

Miss MacCarthy

Miss MacCarthy handed out army pensions to Larry and his mother through the Post Office. Once the war is over, “Miss MacCarthy hasn’t got any more pennies” for Larry’s family because they are no longer eligible to receive an army pension through Larry’s father.