Character guide

Amaryllis Iden

major

Also known as Amaryllis, old Iden, the real Iden, chivey Iden, Amaryllis of the younger, Already Amaryllis, Reckless Amaryllis, Rebellious Amaryllis, the revolutionary Amaryllis

The protagonist, a spirited young woman navigating family and societal expectations.

Mr. Iden

major

Also known as Iden, Mr. and Mrs. Iden, old Iden, Guilty Mrs. Iden, this Mrs. Iden

Amaryllis's father, a complex and often irritable patriarch of the Iden family.

Mrs. Iden

supporting

Also known as Iden, Mr. and Mrs. Iden, old Iden, Guilty Mrs. Iden, this Mrs. Iden

Amaryllis's mother, a long-suffering and devout woman managing the household.

Grandfather Iden

supporting

Also known as old Iden, Grandfather, XII Old Grandfather Iden, Iden junior, Old Iden, Grandfather Iden's

The elderly, eccentric patriarch of the Iden family, living with his memories.

Old Flamma

supporting

Also known as Alere Flamma, Alere, Flamma, the Alere Flamma, foolish Alere

A neighbor and friend of the Iden family, known for his fiery temper.

Amadis Iden

supporting

Also known as Amadis the invalid, Iden, Amadis

Amaryllis's invalid brother, confined to his room and often irritable.

Raleigh Pamment

supporting

Also known as the Hon. Raleigh Pamment, young Raleigh Pamment, Raleigh junior, Raleigh

A young gentleman and suitor to Amaryllis, from a wealthy family.

John Duck

supporting

Also known as big John Duck, Duck, John

A local farmer and friend of the Iden family, often involved in rural affairs.

Nobbs

minor

A servant or laborer on the Iden estate, occasionally mentioned.

Jearje

minor

Also known as Rough-headed Jearje

A rough farmhand or local character in the village.

Bill Nye

minor

Also known as Bill, Round-headed Bill Nye

A local laborer with a distinctive round head, often in the fields.

Ned Marks

minor

A young man from the village, possibly a friend or acquaintance.

The Master

minor

A title used for the head of the household, likely Mr. Iden.

Jack Duck

minor

Also known as Johnny, Jack, clumsy Jack Duck

John Duck's son, a clumsy but good-natured young man.

Alexander

minor

Also known as Freddie, Fred, Al Hariri

A visitor or relative, possibly a suitor or friend of the family.

Luce

minor

Also known as stolid Luce

A servant in the Iden household, known for her stolid demeanor.

Miss Iden

minor

Also known as Iden

Probably a reference to Amaryllis or another female Iden relative.

Granfer Iden

minor

Also known as old Granfer Iden, Iden

Another name for Grandfather Iden, used affectionately.

Measter Duck

minor

A dialectal title for John Duck, used by locals.

The Doctor

minor

The local physician who attends to the Iden family.

Mr. Cobb

minor

Also known as Cobb

A neighbor or tradesman in the village.

Mr. George Saintsbury

minor

Also known as Mr. Saintsbury, George

A literary figure or acquaintance mentioned in passing.

Proud Iden

minor

Also known as Iden

A nickname for a particularly prideful member of the Iden family.

Old Duck

minor

An elder member of the Duck family, possibly John Duck's father.

Tiras Wise

minor

Also known as Tiras

A local character, possibly a laborer or farmer.

Adam

minor

A biblical reference or a minor character in the narrative.

Father Iden

minor

Also known as Iden

Another title for Mr. Iden, emphasizing his role as father.

Pa

minor

A familiar term for Mr. Iden used by his children.

Joseph Speechify

minor

Also known as Joseph, the Rev. Joseph Speechify, Joe

A local clergyman who appears in the story.

Iden Pacha

minor

Also known as This miserable old Iden Pacha, the Pacha, Iden, old Iden

A mocking nickname for Mr. Iden, suggesting autocratic behavior.