Jim O'Connor

Jim O'Connor is a character from Tennessee Williams' play "The Glass Menagerie." He is a symbol of success and societal approval, often representing the "success" that the protagonist, Laura, and her family aspire to attain. As a young man, Jim is charming and confident, embodying the American Dream, but his interactions reveal complexities, including his own struggles and limitations. O'Connor’s role highlights themes of hope, disappointment, and the contrast between appearance and reality, emphasizing how aspirations can be both inspiring and ultimately fragile.