Direct characterization is when the the author simply tells what the character is like. Indirect characterization is when the author shows qualities of the character through speech, actions, dress, thoughts and interactions with other characters.

Direct Characterization 

• He didn't appeared  to be very old. (Pg 3.)
• Five feet seven or eight, (Pg 4)
• Wiry build (Pg 4 )
• he weighted 67 pounds when he died. (Pg 14) 
• he burned his money (pg 17)
  

Indirect Characterization 

• He looked friendly Pg4
• When Galien Tells him not to go, he still does ( determination) Pg5
• Alex was the hardest worker he has ever seen. ( Pg 18)
• He could talk for hours (pg 16) 
• he didn't want a car. ( Pg 5)