'Death Be Not Proud' Characters

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Who are the characters in Death Be Not Proud, by John Gunther? Why are these characters so famous? How do they relate to other characters in literature? Read on.

Johnny: Johnny is the son of John Gunther and Frances Gunther, who are divorced. The development of a brain tumor is the catalyst by which Johnny's courage and selfless attitude are demonstrated.

While Johnny is courageous though, there is still a great deal of tragedy in his death. As he says, "But I have so much to do, and so little time!"

John: John Gunther is the author of this memoir, "Death Be Not Proud." In the book, he is the father of Johnny, the boy who struggles with a brain tumor. John Gunther is also the ex-husband of Frances.

Frances: Frances is the mother of Johnny, the boy who struggles with a brain tumor. Frances is also the ex-wife of John Gunther, the journalist and author of "Death Be Not Proud."

Dr. Traeger: Dr. Traeger is the family doctor.

Dr. Max Gerson: Dr. Gerson is a doctor who treats Johnny.

Dr. Tracy Putnam: Dr. Putnam is another doctor who treats Johnny. He's a tumor specialist.

Dr. Wilder Penfield: Dr. Penfield treats Johnny. He is a brain surgeon.

Dr. Hahn: Dr. Hahn is a neurologist.