Godfrey St. Peter

Godfrey St. Peter is a fictional character from Willa Cather's novel "The Professor's House." He is a middle-aged professor who grapples with themes of existential meaning, personal loss, and the transition of values in society. St. Peter reflects on his life, particularly his relationships and the impact of time on his ambitions and ideals. The character illustrates the tension between intellectual aspirations and the realities of life, serving as a vehicle for exploring deeper philosophical questions about legacy, fulfillment, and the passage of time.