Quoyle

Quoyle is a fictional character created by writer Annie Proulx. He is the main protagonist of Proulx's novel "The Shipping News", which was published in 1993.

Quoyle is a 35-year-old chief reporter for a small New York newspaper, working under the writing name "Gil. Budd." He has a troubled past, marked by family tragedy and personal instability. The novel opens with Quoyle returning to his hometown of Newfoundland after his mother's death, where he reconnects with his extended family.

Through Quoyle's experiences, Proulx explores themes of family, inheritance, and identity. Quoyle's navigation of his Newfoundland heritage, and his attempts to reconnect with his family's past, are central to the narrative. The character's introspection and self-doubt are also significant elements of the novel.

In Quoyle, Proulx creates a complex and nuanced character. His struggles to find his place in the world mirror those of the natural environment, which is also a major theme of the novel. Quoyle's own "shipping" news service refers to his job, but also alludes to the importance of communication and connection in his life.

Through Quoyle's story, Proulx investigates the intricacies of family relationships and the ways in which our connections with others shape our identity. Quoyle's experiences are marked by a sense of solitude and disconnection, yet he also finds moments of connection and belonging in his relationships with others.