![]() ![]() His companion begins to resemble the devil, while the woman, a witch. Along the path, they see a woman, Goody Cloyse, who taught Goodman Brown his catechism. But, his companion tells him that his father and grandfather had walked along the same path, as well as other important townspeople, such as the governor. Time and again, Goodman Brown protests the trip, insisting that he must turn around. His companion wore simple clothing, but carried a staff that resembled a great black snake and seemed to move like a living serpent. He ventures into the gloomy forest of Salem, and is soon approached by a man of about fifty, to whom he bears a strange resemblance. Faith asks him to stay, but Goodman Brown says he must leave, just for the evening. Young Goodman Brown, a young and innocent man, bids farewell to his young wife, Faith. ![]()
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