Nathan is a tenant farmer who labors his life in the land he does not own. He is a gentle, loving, hopeful, and wise husband of Rukmani. Unlike many other men, Nathan does not show off his power, yet truly cherishes his wife and children. He is also capable of feeling deep emotions in which he then can be considerate of others. He thrives on the hope of owning land that is his one day. However, when the tannery gains dominance over the rural landscape, his hope slowly fades. Moreover, his sons refuse to work with him in the land and instead leave to Ceylon to get jobs that pay higher wage. Though Nathan is overall an upright person, he has kept a secret from Rukmani that he eventually confesses in this section of the reading. Thus far, Nathan …show more content…
He plays a crucial role in the story since he is the husband of Rukmani. If Nathan did not exist, Rukmani would have been married to another man and would be living a different life, telling a different story. Next, we know that he is a round character because he is complicated and undergoes development, sometimes sufficiently to surprise to the reader. In chapter 14 when Rukmani realizes the rice in the secret granary is missing, she unwillingly suspects her family. Then, Nathan confesses “I took it… Not for myself… for another. I took it for another. There was no other way. I hoped you would not notice. I had to do it” (90). He continues “Kunthi took it all, I swear it. She forced me. I did not want you to know… I am the father of her sons. She would have told you, and I was weak… It was a long time ago… I was