Character guide

Dorothy

major

Also known as hers, herself

The narrator's best friend and traveling companion, a witty blonde.

Mr. Eisman

supporting

Also known as himself

A wealthy businessman and admirer of the narrator, often sending gifts.

Mr. Spoffard

supporting

Also known as the famous Mr. Spoffard, himself

A rich and eccentric man who becomes a romantic interest.

Henry Spoffard

major

Also known as Harry, Henry, the famous Henry H. Spoffard, himself

A wealthy suitor and later husband of the narrator.

Mr. Gilbertson Montrose

minor

Also known as Mr. Montrose, himself

A British gentleman who interacts with the narrator in London.

Mr. Gerald Lamson

supporting

Also known as Mr. Lamson, Gerry, Gerald Lamson, Gerald, himself

A young man who accompanies the narrator on part of her journey.

Piggie

minor

A friend or acquaintance of the narrator, often mentioned in social contexts.

Louie

minor

Also known as himself, your

A character associated with the narrator's circle, possibly a servant or friend.

Lady Francis Beekman

minor

A titled Englishwoman who hosts social events.

Mrs. Henry Spoffard Jr.

minor

Also known as Henry, himself, your

Henry Spoffard's mother, a formidable presence in his life.

Mr. Bartlett

minor

A businessman or acquaintance encountered during the travels.

Miss Chapman

minor

Also known as herself

A woman who travels with or meets the narrator.

Major Falcon

minor

Also known as So Major Falcon

A military man who appears in social settings.

Lulu

minor

A minor character, possibly a friend or acquaintance.

Robber

minor

Also known as himself, Your

A thief who interacts with the narrator during her travels.

Sir Francis Beekman

minor

Husband of Lady Francis Beekman, a titled gentleman.

Willie Gwynn

minor

Also known as Willie, Fred

A young man who socializes with the narrator.

Joe Sanguinetti

minor

Also known as Joe, himself

An acquaintance of the narrator, possibly a businessman.

Mons. Broussard

minor

Also known as Broussard, Mons

A French character encountered in Paris.

Dr. Froyd

minor

A doctor consulted by the narrator, possibly a parody of Freud.

Coocoo

minor

A minor character, possibly a pet or nickname.

Fanny Ward

minor

Also known as Fanny

An actress or socialite mentioned in the narrative.

Lady Shelton

minor

A titled woman in the social circle.

Kiki

minor

A minor character, possibly a friend or entertainer.

Judge Schultzmeyer

minor

A judge encountered during legal matters.

Sam

minor

Also known as Uncle Sam

A personification of the United States, mentioned in passing.

Mrs. Weeks

minor

A minor character, possibly a landlady or acquaintance.

Papa

minor

Also known as Mama, Mama love Papa

The narrator's father, mentioned in family context.

Mr. Jennings

minor

A minor character, possibly a business associate.

the judge

minor

Also known as the Judge

An unnamed judge presiding over a legal matter.

Dolly Madison

minor

Historical figure referenced as a comparison.

Gus Eisman

minor

Also known as Gus Eisman the Button King, Gus

A wealthy industrialist, possibly related to Mr. Eisman.

Coty

minor

Also known as Mr. Coty

A perfumer mentioned in the narrative.

Mr. Blank

minor

A placeholder name for an unnamed character.

Count Salm

minor

A European count encountered during travels.

Mr. D. W. Griffith

minor

Also known as Mr. Griffith

Famous film director mentioned in passing.

Mr. Mountginz

minor

A minor character, possibly a social acquaintance.

Judge Hibbard

minor

A judge mentioned in legal proceedings.

Rudolf Valentino

minor

Also known as Rudolf

Famous actor referenced as a cultural touchstone.

Mr. Chaplin

minor

Charlie Chaplin, mentioned as a celebrity.

Mr. Cellini

minor

A reference to the Renaissance artist, used as a comparison.

King Edward

minor

Historical king mentioned in social context.

Piggy

minor

Alternate spelling or variant of Piggie.

Mrs. Nash

minor

A minor character, possibly a servant or neighbor.

Peggy Hopkins Joyce

minor

Also known as Joy

A real-life socialite and actress referenced in the book.