Mr Birling

• "Is that a man has to make his own way - has to look after himself and his family too"


  he wants to protect himself and his family, although his family is second behind his reputation
• What is Mr Birling like at the start?

  Unable to grasp links between actions and consequences

  no concept of value other than money and social position
• What is Mr Birling like at the end?

  convinced he was not responsible

  refused to attach any blame to himself or his family

  main concern is the threat to his chance of a knighthood