Homer P. Figg

Homer P. Figg is the main protagonist of the novel The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg by Rodman Philbrick.

The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg
Twelve-year-old orphan Homer lives with his big brother Harold and his mean uncle Squint in a ramshackle house. One day, when Harold is called into battle during the civil war, the story is set in motion.

Throughout the story, Homer goes on a quest to find his brother and save his life. On the way, he is captured by two scoundrels and goes against thieves and scallywags. A friendly man aids him on his journey until he finally makes it to the battlefield.

Homer's brother is wounded, but the two of them are finally reunited.

Trivia

 * The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg is considered one of Philbrick's most well-known books.