Tom Brown (character) boy, and falls afoul of the school bully, Flashman. Over the course of the novel, Brown changes from a timid boy to a brave young man who has overcome his initial fear of Flashman and his ilk. In the 2005 television adaption, he was played by Alex Pettyfer. In the sequel novel, "Tom Brown at Oxford", Brown is now attending Oxford University as his adventures continue, albeit without Scud East, who has since joined the army. Tom Brown later appears in the historical novel "Flashman's Lady" (1977) by George MacDonald Fraser, in which he is reunited with his former rival,
Tom Swift in the City of Gold with a huge wealth of salvaged gold. Tom Swift- The protagonist of the book. Leader of the group searching for the city. Ned Newton- Tom's chum who is accompanying him on his quest. Mr. Swift- Tom's father. He has fallen ill in this book and cannot make the trip. Mr. Damon- Eccentric man who calls blessings on everything. Also accompanying Tom. Eradicate Sampson- A friend of Tom's. A black man who is hired as cook and worker for the trip. Andy Foger- Tom's rival, who is seeking to reclaim his fathers fortune in the city. Mr. Foger- Andy's father. Recently