# George — The Arrow of Gold character guide > George in The Arrow of Gold by Joseph Conrad. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Monsieur George, Amigo George, Don George **First appearance:** 0003-the-arrow-of-gold ## Snapshot A young sailor turned gunrunner for the Carlist cause, he narrates his own undoing with the rueful clarity of a man still in love with his wound. ## Who they are George arrives in Marseille with a small boat, a dangerous cargo, and a heart already mortgaged to Doña Rita, whom he serves without quite understanding what she wants from him. He moves between the loyal world of Dominic and Madame Léonore and the polished, treacherous world of Blunt and Mills, never fully at home in either. His willingness to risk everything for Rita is what makes the intrigue feel like a love story and the love story feel like a slow disaster. ## Relationships ### [Rose](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/rose) _friendship_ George and Rose share a close, loyal friendship, with Rose acting as a confidante and ally. ### [Captain Blunt](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/captain_blunt) _rivalry_ Captain Blunt and George are bitter rivals, both vying for Doña Rita's affection and political influence. ### [Therese](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/therese) _psychological_ George is wary and distrustful of Therese, seeing her as a toxic influence on Doña Rita. ### [José Ortega](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/jose_ortega) _rivalry_ George and José Ortega are antagonists, clashing over political allegiances and their competing interests in Doña Rita. ### [Rose](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/rose) _friendship_ George and Rose share a close, loyal friendship, with Rose acting as a confidante and ally. ### [Captain Blunt](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/captain_blunt) _rivalry_ Captain Blunt and George are bitter rivals, both vying for Doña Rita's affection and political influence. ### [Therese](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/therese) _psychological_ George is wary and distrustful of Therese, seeing her as a toxic influence on Doña Rita. ### [Captain Blunt](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/captain_blunt) _rivalry_ Captain Blunt and George are bitter rivals, both vying for Doña Rita's affection and political influence. ### [José Ortega](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/jose_ortega) _rivalry_ George and José Ortega are antagonists, clashing over political allegiances and their competing interests in Doña Rita. ### [Therese](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/therese) _psychological_ George is wary and distrustful of Therese, seeing her as a toxic influence on Doña Rita. ## In the story ### [Author's Note](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/author-s-note) Referred to as Mr. George, the protagonist who plies his trade in the balancelle Tremolino. ### [First Note](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/first-note) The narrator, a young man with a bohemian lifestyle and connections to sailors and workers; he is the target of the recruitment plan and becomes 'Monsieur George.' ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-ii-iii) The narrator, who is left alone and then joins the conversation, becoming increasingly captivated by Doña Rita. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-ii-iv) The narrator, now committed to a secret enterprise, begins keeping a diary and feels a new sense of independence. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-iii-i) Narrator, introduces Dominic to Rita, reflects on her past and their relationship. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-iii-iv) The narrator, overwhelmed by his obsessive love, experiences a mix of bliss and misery in Rita's presence. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-iv-i) The narrator, who is tormented by his love for Rita and feels emotionally overwhelmed by her actions and Therese's accusations. ### [Chapter III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-iv-iii) The narrator, who is unsettled by Mrs. Blunt's revelations and his own emotional reactions. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-iv-iv) The narrator, who is jealous and resentful, yet deeply drawn to Rita. He confronts her about her past and her relationships. ### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-iv-v) The narrator is deeply absorbed in his feelings for Rita, experiencing a dreamlike state. He is reminded of his duty to leave for a sea expedition, feeling torn between his emotions and his obligations. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-v-i) The narrator, consumed by his love and obsession for Rita. He searches for any trace of her, feels he is going mad, and confronts Therese about her sister. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-v-ii) The narrator, referred to as Don Jorge by the Marquis; he is committed to the Royalist cause but struggles with his personal feelings. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-v-iii) Narrator, now a baron, agrees to meet José Ortega; reflects on his desperate gunrunning and shipwreck. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-v-iv) The narrator, who is deeply concerned for Rita's safety and struggles with how to handle Ortega. ### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-v-v) Confronts Rita, expresses his sense of betrayal and loss, and resolves to protect her from Ortega. ### [Chapter VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-v-vi) The narrator, who brought Ortega to the house out of love for Rita, and now faces the consequences of his action. He is emotionally distraught and tries to calm Rita. ### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-v-vii) The narrator, now sane, analyzes the situation and tries to protect Rita while grappling with his own feelings. ### [Chapter VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-v-viii) Acts as a protector, physically carrying Rita to his room and tending to her needs. He is deeply moved by her state and struggles with his desire to express his love, which she silences. ### [Second Note](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/chapters/part-v-second-note) Recovering from a duel, he learns of Rita's departure and reflects on their time together. He accepts her sacrifice, stating the arrow has found its mark. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/george - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters