Philip Wakem

Philip Wakem is a character from Charles Dickens's novel "David Copperfield." He is a sensitive, intelligent young man with a spinal deformity, which makes him physically different and sensitive about his appearance. Despite his health challenges, Philip is kind, thoughtful, and well-educated. He forms a close friendship with David Copperfield, the story’s protagonist, built on mutual respect and understanding. Philip’s character highlights themes of compassion, acceptance, and the importance of inner qualities over physical differences. His presence in the story underscores Dickens’s emphasis on kindness and integrity in human relationships.