# Anne of Avonlea — Character guide

> Key figures in Anne of Avonlea by L. M. Montgomery.

- [Anne Shirley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/anne_shirley.md): An imaginative, talkative orphan who becomes a teacher at Avonlea school.
- [Marilla Cuthbert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/marilla_cuthbert.md): Anne's stern but loving guardian, who raises her at Green Gables.
- [Davy Keith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/davy_keith.md): A mischievous twin boy adopted by Marilla, always getting into trouble.
- [Dora Keith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/dora_keith.md): Davy's prim and well-behaved twin sister, adopted by Marilla.
- [Gilbert Blythe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/gilbert_blythe.md): Anne's intelligent rival and friend, who later becomes a teacher.
- [Diana Barry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/diana_barry.md): Anne's bosom friend and confidante, loyal and practical.
- [Mr. J. A. Harrison](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mr_j_a_harrison.md): Anne's irate neighbour who owns a parrot and becomes a friend.
- [Mrs. Rachel Lynde](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mrs_rachel_lynde.md): The town gossip and neighbour, opinionated but kind-hearted.
- [Paul Irving](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/paul_irving.md): A sensitive, imaginative boy in Anne's class who misses his father.
- [Lavendar Lewis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/lavendar_lewis.md): A whimsical, lonely woman living at Echo Lodge with a romantic past.
- [Charlotta the Fourth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/charlotta_the_fourth.md): The literal-minded maid at Echo Lodge, devoted to Miss Lavendar.
- [Stephen Irving](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/stephen_irving.md): Paul's long-absent father who returns to Avonlea.
- [Mr. Judson Parker](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mr_judson_parker.md): A man who buys Anne's hair for a wig, causing a scandal.
- [Anthony Pye](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/anthony_pye.md): A difficult student in Anne's class who eventually respects her.
- [Jane Andrews](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/jane_andrews.md): Anne's practical friend who becomes a teacher in White Sands.
- [Ruby Gillis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/ruby_gillis.md): A pretty, flirtatious friend of Anne's who dies young.
- [Priscilla Grant](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/priscilla_grant.md): Anne's friend from Queen's Academy who visits Avonlea.
- [Mrs. Allan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mrs_allan.md): The minister's wife, a kind and supportive friend to Anne.
- [Milty Boulter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/milty_boulter.md): A student in Anne's class, often in trouble.
- [Miss Copp](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/miss_copp.md): An elderly spinster who boards with the Harrisons.
- [Mrs. Charlotte E. Morgan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mrs_charlotte_e_morgan.md): A famous author who visits Avonlea and inspires Anne.
- [St. Clair Donnell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/st_clair_donnell.md): A dramatic boy in Anne's class who recites poetry.
- [Ginger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/ginger.md): Mr. Harrison's foul-mouthed parrot who causes trouble.
- [Young Mary Joe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/young_mary_joe.md): The hired girl at Green Gables, often scolded by Marilla.
- [Mr. Joshua Pye](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mr_joshua_pye.md): A cantankerous old man from Carmody, father of Anthony.
- [Uncle Abe Andrews](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/uncle_abe_andrews.md): An elderly, superstitious man who tells tall tales.
- [Gertie Pye](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/gertie_pye.md): A spiteful girl in Anne's class, sister of Anthony.
- [Hester Gray](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/hester_gray.md): A young bride who died long ago, buried in the Avonlea graveyard.
- [Joe Sloane](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/joe_sloane.md): A lazy student in Anne's class who plays pranks.
- [John Henry Carter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/john_henry_carter.md): A boy from White Sands who gets lost with Davy.
- [Barbara Shaw](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/barbara_shaw.md): A young woman who marries Stephen Irving.
- [Daniel Blair](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/daniel_blair.md): A Carmody merchant who courts Lavendar Lewis.
- [Mr. William Bell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mr_william_bell.md): A stern Avonlea elder who opposes the Improvement Society.
- [Mrs. Irving](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mrs_irving.md): Paul's grandmother, who raised him in his father's absence.
- [Matthew Cuthbert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/matthew_cuthbert.md): Marilla's shy, kind brother who died before this book begins.
- [Mr. Major Spencer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mr_major_spencer.md): A local man who helps arrange the adoption of the twins.
- [Peter Sloane](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/peter_sloane.md): A student in Anne's class, often teased.
- [Mrs. Theodore White](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mrs_theodore_white.md): A neighbour who hosts a social gathering.
- [Mr. Lawrence Bell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mr_lawrence_bell.md): A Carmody man who marries Mary, a servant.
- [Gracie Andrews](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/gracie_andrews.md): Jane's younger sister, a student in Anne's class.
- [Jerry Corcoran](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/jerry_corcoran.md): A boy who helps with chores at Green Gables.
- [Mary Keith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mary_keith.md): Anne's late mother, mentioned in memories.
- [Julia Bell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/julia_bell.md): A girl in Anne's class who is very studious.
- [Old Mr. David Gray](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/old_mr_david_gray.md): An elderly man who lives near the old Gray homestead.
- [Jordan Gray](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/jordan_gray.md): A young man who died, buried beside Hester Gray.
- [Simon Fletcher](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/simon_fletcher.md): A local man who helps with the hay harvest.
- [Charlotta the Fifth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/charlotta_the_fifth.md): A new maid at Echo Lodge after Charlotta the Fourth leaves.
- [Miss Stacy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/miss_stacy.md): Anne's former teacher from Queen's Academy, mentioned fondly.
- [Mr. Elisha Wright](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mr_elisha_wright.md): A local man who sells land to Mr. Harrison.
- [Miss Josephine Barry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/miss_josephine_barry.md): Diana's wealthy, stern great-aunt who visits Avonlea.
- [Mrs. Hiram Sloane](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mrs_hiram_sloane.md): An elderly neighbour who gossips with Mrs. Lynde.
- [Mr. Roger Pye](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mr_roger_pye.md): Another member of the Pye family, known for quarrels.
- [Aunt Mary Shaw](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/aunt_mary_shaw.md): Barbara Shaw's aunt, who lives with her.
- [Timothy Cotton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/timothy_cotton.md): A boy who helps with the hay at Green Gables.
- [Richard Keith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/richard_keith.md): Anne's late father, mentioned in memories.
- [Mrs. William Bell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mrs_william_bell.md): Wife of Mr. William Bell, a church member.
- [Oliver Sloane](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/oliver_sloane.md): A student in Anne's class, known for his appetite.
- [Mrs. Pendexter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mrs_pendexter.md): A woman who sells her house to Mr. Harrison.
- [Mr. Baxter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/mr_baxter.md): A Carmody man who sells a horse to Mr. Harrison.
- [Charlie Sloane](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/charlie_sloane.md): A student in Anne's class who has a crush on her.
- [Aunt Josephine](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/anne_of_avonlea_se/characters/aunt_josephine.md): Diana's great-aunt, a wealthy spinster from Charlottetown.

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