# Banjo — Character guide

> Key figures in Banjo by Claude McKay.

- [Banjo](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/banjo.md): The central character, a carefree, guitar-playing Black vagabond in Marseille.
- [Latnah](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/latnah.md): A woman in the circle of vagabonds, involved with Banjo and the group.
- [Malty Avis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/malty_avis.md): A significant figure in the vagabond community, often interacting with Banjo.
- [Goosey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/goosey.md): A member of the vagabond group, known for his lively presence.
- [Bugsy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/bugsy.md): A character in the vagabond circle, often involved in the group's dynamics.
- [Taloufa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/taloufa.md): A member of the group, known for his distinctive presence and stories.
- [Ginger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/ginger.md): A character in the vagabond circle, often seen with the group.
- [Lonesome Blue](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/lonesome_blue.md): A melancholic figure in the group, often reflecting on life.
- [Dengel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/dengel.md): A character in the vagabond community, part of the group's interactions.
- [Crosby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/crosby.md): A younger character associated with the group.
- [Jake](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/jake.md): A character from Harlem, part of the vagabond circle.
- [Ray](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/ray.md): A recurring narrator or focal character, possibly the author's stand-in.
- [Sarka](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/sarka.md): A character who hopes to go to America, part of the group.
- [Sister Geter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/sister_geter.md): A woman in the community, mentioned in the narrative.
- [Kid Irish](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/kid_irish.md): A character of Irish descent in the vagabond group.
- [Felice](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/felice.md): A character mentioned in the narrative, possibly a woman.
- [Carolina](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/carolina.md): A character or place referenced in the narrative.
- [Ole Mammy Joan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/ole_mammy_joan.md): An older woman figure mentioned in the story.
- [Jest](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/jest.md): A character or term used in the narrative.
- [Gal](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/gal.md): A generic term for a woman, possibly a specific character.
- [Aunty](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/aunty.md): An older woman figure, possibly a relative or community member.
- [Pardner](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/pardner.md): A term of address for a companion, possibly a specific character.
- [Monkey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/banjo_se/characters/monkey.md): A character or nickname used in the narrative.

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