# Daniel Deronda — Character guide

> Key figures in Daniel Deronda by George Eliot.

- [Daniel Deronda](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/daniel_deronda.md): A thoughtful young man who discovers his Jewish heritage and becomes a central figure in the novel.
- [Gwendolen Harleth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/gwendolen_harleth.md): A spirited and proud young woman who marries Grandcourt and faces moral struggles.
- [Mirah Lapidoth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mirah_lapidoth.md): A gentle Jewish singer rescued by Deronda, who becomes his love interest.
- [Henleigh Grandcourt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/henleigh_grandcourt.md): A cold and cruel aristocrat who marries Gwendolen and becomes her tormentor.
- [Mordecai Cohen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mordecai_cohen.md): A visionary Jewish scholar and mystic who befriends Deronda and inspires his mission.
- [Sir Hugo Mallinger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/sir_hugo_mallinger.md): Deronda's guardian, a benevolent baronet with a hidden secret about Deronda's birth.
- [Mrs. Meyrick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mrs_meyrick.md): A kind widow who takes in Mirah and supports her like a daughter.
- [Klesmer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/klesmer.md): A brilliant German-Jewish musician and mentor to Mirah and Gwendolen.
- [Mrs. Davilow](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mrs_davilow.md): Gwendolen's gentle and impoverished mother who worries about her daughter's choices.
- [Hans Meyrick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/hans_meyrick.md): A witty and devoted friend of Deronda, part of the Meyrick family.
- [Rex Gascoigne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/rex_gascoigne.md): Gwendolen's cousin who falls in love with her but is rejected.
- [Lush](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/lush.md): Grandcourt's cynical and manipulative confidant and assistant.
- [Mrs. Glasher](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mrs_glasher.md): Grandcourt's former mistress and mother of his children, who haunts Gwendolen.
- [Lady Mallinger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/lady_mallinger.md): Sir Hugo's sweet-natured but somewhat naive wife.
- [Anna Gascoigne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/anna_gascoigne.md): Gwendolen's gentle and religious younger cousin.
- [Mrs. Gascoigne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mrs_gascoigne.md): Gwendolen's aunt and the wife of the rector.
- [Mr. Gascoigne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mr_gascoigne.md): The rector and Gwendolen's uncle, who advises her family.
- [Catherine Arrowpoint](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/catherine_arrowpoint.md): A wealthy heiress who defies her parents to marry Klesmer.
- [Mrs. Arrowpoint](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mrs_arrowpoint.md): Catherine's snobbish mother who opposes her marriage to Klesmer.
- [Mr. Arrowpoint](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mr_arrowpoint.md): Catherine's father, a wealthy landowner.
- [Mab Meyrick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mab_meyrick.md): One of Mrs. Meyrick's lively daughters and a friend to Mirah.
- [Kate Meyrick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/kate_meyrick.md): Another of Mrs. Meyrick's daughters, known for her sharp wit.
- [Amy Meyrick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/amy_meyrick.md): The more serious of Mrs. Meyrick's daughters.
- [Jacob Cohen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/jacob_cohen.md): Mordecai's young nephew, a mischievous but clever boy.
- [The Princess](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/the_princess.md): Deronda's long-lost mother, a former singer who reveals his Jewish heritage.
- [Joseph Kalonymos](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/joseph_kalonymos.md): A Jewish banker who helps Deronda learn about his family history.
- [Lady Brackenshaw](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/lady_brackenshaw.md): A local aristocrat who hosts social events in the novel.
- [Mr. Vandernoodt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mr_vandernoodt.md): A gossipy acquaintance who spreads news about Grandcourt.
- [Juliet Fenn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/juliet_fenn.md): A minor character at the Arrowpoint party, known for her singing.
- [Berenice](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/berenice.md): A historical figure referenced in the novel's epigraphs and discussions.
- [Mrs. Mompert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mrs_mompert.md): A strict woman who interviews Gwendolen for a governess position.
- [Lady Pentreath](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/lady_pentreath.md): An elderly aristocrat who appears at social gatherings.
- [Mrs. Torrington](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mrs_torrington.md): A minor character mentioned in the context of Gwendolen's social circle.
- [Charisi](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/charisi.md): Deronda's deceased grandfather, a Jewish scholar whose legacy shapes the plot.
- [Mr. Middleton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mr_middleton.md): A curate who is a friend of the Gascoigne family.
- [Young Mrs. Cohen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/young_mrs_cohen.md): Mordecai's sister-in-law, wife of Ezra Cohen.
- [Gideon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/gideon.md): A Jewish friend of Mordecai who participates in philosophical discussions.
- [Hermione](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/hermione.md): A character from Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale, referenced in the novel.
- [Miss Cuttler](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/miss_cuttler.md): A minor character at the Arrowpoint musical party.
- [Alice](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/alice.md): A minor character mentioned in passing at social events.
- [Rebecca](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/rebecca.md): A Jewish woman mentioned in the context of Mordecai's circle.
- [Jocosa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/jocosa.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or acquaintance.
- [Mr. Ram](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mr_ram.md): A Jewish friend of Mordecai who engages in debate.
- [Joel Dagge](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/joel_dagge.md): A young Jewish boy who assists Mordecai.
- [Mr. Bult](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mr_bult.md): A guest at the Arrowpoint party who is a politician.
- [Miss Merry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/miss_merry.md): A kind governess who works for the Davilow family.
- [Solomon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/solomon.md): A biblical figure referenced in the novel's epigraphs.
- [Old Mrs. Vulcany](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/old_mrs_vulcany.md): An elderly woman mentioned in the context of Gwendolen's family.
- [Mr. Fraser](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mr_fraser.md): A minor character, possibly a lawyer or acquaintance.
- [Mrs. Klesmer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mrs_klesmer.md): Catherine Arrowpoint after her marriage to Klesmer.
- [Tasso](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/tasso.md): A historical poet referenced in the novel's discussions of art.
- [Madame von Langen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/madame_von_langen.md): A German singer who mentors Mirah briefly.
- [Harry Brendall](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/harry_brendall.md): A minor character mentioned in the context of Gwendolen's past.
- [George Henry Lewes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/george_henry_lewes.md): A contemporary writer and partner of George Eliot, referenced in the dedication.
- [Israel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/israel.md): The Jewish nation, referenced as a collective entity in the novel.
- [Sawyer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/sawyer.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or tradesman.
- [Quetcham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/quetcham.md): A location or minor character associated with the Arrowpoints.
- [Mrs. Girdle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mrs_girdle.md): A minor character, possibly a dressmaker or servant.
- [Warham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/warham.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local figure.
- [Nannie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/nannie.md): A servant or nurse in the Davilow household.
- [Lady Flora](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/lady_flora.md): A minor aristocrat mentioned in social contexts.
- [Signora](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/signora.md): An Italian singer or performer mentioned briefly.
- [Cath](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/cath.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or friend.
- [Primrose](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/primrose.md): A minor character or reference in the novel.
- [Mrs. Raymond](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mrs_raymond.md): A minor character mentioned in social circles.
- [Sigismund](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/sigismund.md): A minor character or historical reference.
- [Mackworth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mackworth.md): A minor character mentioned in the novel.
- [Bugle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/bugle.md): A minor character or possibly a dog's name.
- [Bertha](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/bertha.md): A minor character referenced in the novel.
- [Rachel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/rachel.md): A biblical figure referenced in the novel.
- [Mr. Haynes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mr_haynes.md): A minor character, possibly a tradesman.
- [Mrs. Gadsby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/mrs_gadsby.md): A minor character mentioned in the novel.
- [Brewitt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/daniel_deronda_se/characters/brewitt.md): A minor character mentioned in the novel.

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