The Relationship Between Billy Budd And Claggart The story Billy Budd, by Herman Melville, is about the Master-at-Arms, John Claggart, and his hate and jealousy of Billy Budd. Billy Budd, who is unaware of Claggart’s feelings, is a twenty-one year old, foretopeman for the British Fleet. He is a loyal friend and a leader, not by authority, but by example. He is looked up to and well liked by the crew except for Claggart. Claggart is out to make Billy’s life miserable and is the cause of Billy Budd’s execution. Although seeming at times perfect, Billy Budd has one weakness that causes problems. When he gets provoked or in uncomfortable situations, he begins to stutter, or even become speechless. An example is when Claggart is telling Billy of his accusations. Captain Vere who doesn’t want the news to be true says, “Speak, man! Speak! Defend yourself!” (....

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