"Fifth Business" is a novel by Robertson Davies that explores the life of Dunstan Ramsay, a man who reflects on his past and the events that shaped him. The story delves into themes of guilt, responsibility, and the nature of good and evil, as Dunstan navigates his relationships with key figures from his childhood, including Boy Staunton and Leola Cruickshank. Set in the fictional town of Deptford, the narrative intertwines elements of psychology, religion, and mythology. Dunstan's journey leads him to become a hagiographer, studying the lives of saints, which parallels his own quest for understanding and redemption throughout the novel.