Poor Geoffrey

Geoffrey Tempest, in Mary Corelli's "Sorrows of Satan," is the depiction of the 'fallen' man. His choices lead him, ultimately, to redemption, though he must resist tempation and pride to achieve a sense of peace. But what makes the character of Geoffrey so believeable, is that he represents the reality of the Victorian age. Many people during that time, and even now, look for solutions from desolation and sorrow- Solutions to make life 'bareable' or at least liveable. The 21st century, though filled with technology, is a plethora of wealth and gluttony. Much of the comfort that is experienced is done so by the plight of others. Geoffrey is the character most middle-class, working people are able to relate to- However, as Corelli demonstrates, Geoffrey soon inherits a fortune that will bring him out of his misfortune but bring with it tests of faith and consciousness.
The story of "Sorrows of Satan" encourages those readers who have very little to accept what they have and be grateful to God that they have it. It may seem as though gratefulness is not part of the sceama. However, there is a lot to be said about faith in God and the reassurrance that good will always triumph over evil.
Geoffrey is the character that is the most realistic as he shares parrelles with most of the readers. He is down on his luck, a man searching for meaning of his existance. Although he is warned several times to be mindful of Lucio, his disregard leads to his reincarnation. Geoffery is made better from his experience with Satan.
I saw myself in the character of Geoffrey, mainly because he represents those who struggle, and suffer from lifes trials and tribulations. Life should not be easy, nor should it not be filled with meaning. However, as I read the novel, I kept wishing that Geoffrey would understand sooner, and would not be tempted by Lucio's charm and wishes of wealth.
However, as with most stories, there is a lesson that needs to be learned, and an opportunity for the character and the reader to learn from mistakes and recify their behaviour or actions before its too late. Moreover, it can be said that tehre is a little of Geoffrey in all of us. Someone who struggles for meaning, and understanding and who longs to have everything that he went without.