17-year-old misanthropic rebel from an old money family who fears inheriting his father's schizophrenia. After failing prep schools and enduring a military academy, he moves to New York, immerses himself in bohemian life, and eventually discovers his real father is his godfather D.H. before leaving his family behind.
A fleeting romantic connection that ends in abandonment.
Igby's shelter provider and connection to the Manhattan art scene.
Igby's brief romantic and sexual involvement with a troubled mistress.
Igby's emotionally detached and alcoholic mother.
Igby's estranged father suffers from schizophrenia and institutionalization.
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