Stephen Wraysford is a fictional character from the novel "Birdsong," written by Sebastian Faulks. Set during World War I, he is a British soldier who experiences the horrors of trench warfare while fighting in France. His character is deeply affected by the trauma of war and the loss of comrades. Before the war, Stephen is portrayed as a passionate young man who falls in love with Isabelle Azaire, a married woman. Their intense relationship shapes his emotional landscape and influences his actions throughout the story, highlighting themes of love, loss, and the impact of war on human lives.