I. Definition of Characterization

Characterization is the way an author creates, develops, and reveals the personalities, qualities, and traits of characters in a literary work. An author may reveal a character through their actions, speech, thoughts, appearance, relationships with others, and reactions to different situations.

In The Lady with a Beard, Alobwed’Epie uses the actions, words, relationships, and experiences of both major and minor characters to develop the story and convey various themes.