Salamano: Old Salamano is Meursault's neighbor and plays the role of the grumpy old man in the novel. He gets annoyed easily by his dog and beats him. Although he doesn't treat his dog very well, he finds a great friendship with his dog because they have a companionship that he didn't really have with his wife. When he loses the dog at the Parade Ground, Salamano becomes very upset because of the friendship that the dog provided. Old Salamano reacts much differently than Meursault because you could hear weeping in his apartment when he couldn't find his dog.
Raymond: Raymond is Meursault's other neighbor and is portrayed as a "pimp". Raymond seems to be using Meursault to help accomplish his retaliation that he has with the previous girlfriends. When he gets revenge on his ex-girlfriend and slaps her, it is shown that slapping a woman is perceived as wrong in society. Additionally, Raymond learns a lesson that one must respect cops because they have authority over you. Raymond acts as a contrasting character to Meursault because he reacts with much emotion.
Meursault's Boss: The boss originally seems to be somewhat selfish because when he hears the news of Meursault's mother dying he seems angered that Meursault will be gone and won't be able to work. Although, it appears he has Meursault's best interest in mind because he offers him a job opportunity in France. He tries to warn Meursault that being indecisive and having no amibition is not a good combination when working. He is put the book to emphasize Meursault lack of decision making and ambition.
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