Tom Wingfield is a character from the play "The Glass Menagerie," written by Tennessee Williams. He serves as the narrator and is a young man living in St. Louis during the 1930s. Tom works at a shoe factory to support his family, which includes his mother, Amanda Wingfield, and his sister, Laura Wingfield. He dreams of becoming a writer and often feels trapped by his responsibilities. Throughout the play, Tom struggles with his desire for independence and his obligation to care for his family. His internal conflict drives much of the story, as he seeks to escape his mundane life while grappling with guilt over leaving his loved ones behind.