The Enemy (Pearl S. Buck) — Chapter Summary

Dr Sadao Hoki is a Japanese

Dr Sadao Hoki is a Japanese surgeon and scientist trained in America. He is skilled, practical, and deeply committed to saving lives. When he finds th

Hana is Sadao’s wife

Hana is Sadao’s wife. Though she is afraid and repelled at first, she supports Sadao, helps wash the prisoner, and assists in the treatment. She is pr

Tom is an American prisoner

Tom is an American prisoner of war and an escaped US Navy sailor. He is wounded, unconscious at first, and later recovers under Sadao’s care. His pres

The General is Sadao’s patient

The General is Sadao’s patient and a powerful official who may need another operation. He suggests sending private assassins to kill Tom, but later fo

Yumi

Yumi, the old gardener, and the cook all reject Sadao’s decision to save the enemy soldier. They fear danger and believe loyalty to the country should