Character Relationship Map: Babbitt

Characters

• Myra Babbitt (played by Aline MacMahon) — protagonist

  Myra is George F. Babbitt's loving wife and the mother of their two children, Ted and Verona. George's concern about a potential threat to his marriage is among the personal stresses that affect him,...

• George F. Babbitt (played by Guy Kibbee) — supporting

  George is a middle-aged leading citizen of Zenith, where he works as a property developer and realtor and contributes to the town's growth. Loving husband to Myra and father to Ted and Verona, he face...

• Ted Babbitt (played by Glen Boles) — supporting

  Ted is one of George and Myra Babbitt's two children and is approaching adulthood. The summary places him within the family George wants to provide for, but does not describe any specific actions or f...

• Verona Babbitt (played by Maxine Doyle) — supporting

  Verona is one of George and Myra Babbitt's two children and is approaching adulthood. The summary identifies her as part of the family George wants to provide for, but gives no further details about h...

Canonical Relationships

Family, romantic, and professional connections based on plot evidence.

• George F. Babbitt → Verona Babbitt (Family Father) — Paternal relationship influencing George's family focus.
• George F. Babbitt → Ted Babbitt (Family Father) — Paternal relationship driving George's provider instincts.
• George F. Babbitt → Myra Babbitt (Family Husband) — Loving marital bond central to George's identity.

Story Analysis

A successful Zenith businessman confronts personal pressure, questionable ambition, and doubts about his conduct toward his family.

Plot Progression

1. Zenith and the Successful Citizen — George F. Babbitt is introduced as a prominent property developer and realtor in rapidly expanding Zenith. His fearless, childlike confidence is linked to his business success and stable family positi...
2. Domestic Strains Surface — George faces personal stress involving a suspected home-wrecking situation. Problems affecting his oldest friend and the friend's wife add pressure to his view of domestic life.
3. The Questionable Opportunity — The surrounding pressures make George want to provide more for his family. He agrees to join a less than scrupulous but lucrative business dealing.
4. Scandal and Self-Examination — George's bravura places him in a potential scandal. The experience makes him question his general behavior, especially his treatment of his family.