A brooding and class-conscious soldier marked for desertion after overstaying his sick leave. Though initially bitter toward the English elite, he falls in love with Pru, decides to surrender, and performs heroic acts during an air raid before sustaining a severe head injury.
Represents opposing class perspectives: Wilbur's traditionalism vs Clive's working-class resentment.
The rector acts as a moral guide, influencing Clive's pivotal decision to turn himself in.
Connected through Pru's double date arrangement, establishing their initial social link.
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