Dec 21, 2009

The Hunt for Red October | Characters

The Hunt for Red October has many characters, most of whom are well sketched stereotypes, such as self-assured National Guard pilots eager to prove themselves the equals of regular servicemen, and political officers declaiming Communist Party platitudes. However, a few characters are fleshed out with personalities all their own. The most interesting of these is Marko Ramius, the brilliant and intense commander of Red October. Without him there would be no story; therefore, it is important that he and his motivations be thoroughly developed.

Ramius is a product of...