# Cup of Gold — Character guide

> Key figures in Cup of Gold by John Steinbeck.

- [Henry Morgan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/henry_morgan.md): A young Welshman who becomes the most feared buccaneer in the Caribbean.
- [Old Robert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/old_robert.md): Henry Morgan's grandfather, a stern Welsh farmer who raises him.
- [Coeur de Gris](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/coeurl_de_gris.md): A French buccaneer and mentor to young Henry Morgan.
- [Elizabeth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/elizabeth.md): Henry Morgan's beloved, a woman he idealizes from his youth.
- [Young Henry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/young_henry.md): The youthful version of Henry Morgan before his buccaneer days.
- [Ysobel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/ysobel.md): A Spanish noblewoman who captivates Henry Morgan in Panama.
- [Merlin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/merlin.md): An old Welsh bard and storyteller in Henry's childhood village.
- [Paulette](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/paulette.md): A French tavern girl who becomes involved with Henry Morgan.
- [James Flower](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/james_flower.md): A buccaneer companion of Henry Morgan on his early voyages.
- [Tim](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/tim.md): A servant or companion to Henry Morgan in his youth.
- [Mother Morgan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/mother_morgan.md): Henry Morgan's mother, a quiet presence in his Welsh childhood.
- [The Cockney](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/the_cockney.md): A talkative English buccaneer in Morgan's crew.
- [Emil](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/emil.md): A young boy who befriends Henry Morgan in his youth.
- [Gwenliana](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/gwenliana.md): An old Welsh woman who tells stories to the village children.
- [Sir Edward Morgan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/sir_edward_morgan.md): Henry Morgan's uncle, a British governor in the Caribbean.
- [Grippo](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/grippo.md): A black buccaneer serving under Henry Morgan.
- [Don Juan Perez de Guzman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/don_juan_perez_de_guzman.md): The Spanish governor of Panama who opposes Morgan.
- [Dafydd](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/dafydd.md): A Welsh friend or relative from Henry Morgan's youth.
- [Rodriguez](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/rodriguez.md): A Spanish prisoner or informant encountered by Morgan.
- [L'Ollonais](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/lollonais.md): A notorious French buccaneer mentioned as a predecessor.
- [Sir Charles](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/sir_charles.md): An English aristocrat or official in the Caribbean.
- [Mansveldt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/mansveldt.md): A Dutch buccaneer leader who influences Morgan.
- [Roche Braziliano](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/roche_braziliano.md): A brutal Dutch buccaneer in Morgan's circle.
- [Lady Morgan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/lady_morgan.md): Henry Morgan's wife, mentioned in his later life.
- [John Evelyn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/john_evelyn.md): An English diarist who records Morgan's exploits.
- [The Burgundian](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/the_burgundian.md): A mysterious buccaneer with a grudge against Morgan.
- [Bristol Girl](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/bristol_girl.md): A woman from Bristol who briefly appears in Morgan's story.
- [Bartolomeo Portugues](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/bartolomeo_portugues.md): A Portuguese buccaneer known for his daring escapes.
- [Chico](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/chico.md): A young boy or servant in the Caribbean setting.
- [Captain Zeigler](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/captain_zeigler.md): A German or Dutch captain encountered by Morgan.
- [Pierre le Grand](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/pierre_le_grand.md): A French buccaneer who captures a Spanish galleon.
- [Lady Moddyford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/lady_moddyford.md): The wife of Governor Moddyford in Jamaica.
- [Robert Morgan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/robert_morgan.md): A relative of Henry Morgan, possibly his brother.
- [Don Guierrmo](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/don_guierrmo.md): A Spanish official or planter in the Caribbean.
- [Captain Dawes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/captain_dawes.md): An English captain who interacts with Morgan.
- [Governor Moddyford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/governor_moddyford.md): The English governor of Jamaica during Morgan's time.
- [Lord Vaughn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/lord_vaughn.md): An English nobleman and later governor of Jamaica.
- [Captain Lawrence](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/cup_of_gold_se/characters/captain_lawrence.md): An English captain serving in the Caribbean.

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