I was intrigued by the way writer George Orwell portrayed each character's personality. Each character had its own unique characteristic. For example, Mr. Floury's character was unique in every aspect imaginable, from the way he tries to help Dr. Veraswami get elected into the club. It wasn't always positive, but in some cases it was cruel. There was a demeanor about him that was portrayed very well from start to finish. The arrival of the busty blonde, Elizabeth Lackersteen, not only shows Flory as a hapless suitor, but gives Orwell the opportunity to prove himself as a reporter of nuanced social interactions and political intrigue. Another notable character is Ma Hla May (Flory's servant); his actions throughout the book were wonderful. Every time he appeared on the scene, his presence was felt strongly. Her actions throughout the book were driven by her vanity, which led to her arriving at church and embarrassing Mr. Flory. In this political and ethical context, Orwell presents romanticism. The book was not just about a man's entry into a club, but also about the hatred that people shower on each other. Was it their vanity that drove everyone to the city? Does the lack of socialization also extend to natives? U Po Kyin, a villain who tormented everyone, a man without any sympathy, a man known to be famous throughout the city. Most of the unrest that occurred throughout the book can be traced back to U Po Kyin's actions. The addition of U Po Kyin made the book mysterious and full of chaos. This well-plotted story of betrayal and hypocrosy in an English colonial outpost is a remarkably good read on multiple levels. The character of Flory who despises the racist hypocrosy of his fellow expats but is too weak to do anything about it is very well written. Flory is full of contradictions and in the end these contribute to his own