# His Family — Character guide

> Key figures in His Family by Ernest Poole.

- [Roger Gale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/roger_gale.md): The protagonist and narrator, a widower navigating family life with his daughters.
- [Deborah Gale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/deborah_gale.md): Roger's eldest daughter, a strong-willed woman involved in social causes.
- [Edith Gale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/edith_gale.md): Roger's second daughter, married with children, focused on domestic life.
- [Laura Gale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/laura_gale.md): Roger's youngest daughter, a gentle and artistic soul.
- [Allan Baird](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/allan_baird.md): Deborah's husband, a businessman with progressive ideas.
- [Bruce Cunningham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/bruce_cunningham.md): Edith's husband, a practical and supportive family man.
- [John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/john.md): A family friend or relative, often involved in household matters.
- [George](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/george.md): A young man connected to the Gale family, possibly a suitor.
- [Judith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/judith.md): A friend or acquaintance of the Gale daughters.
- [Harold Sloane](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/harold_sloane.md): A young man who courts one of the Gale daughters.
- [Isadore Freedom](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/isadore_freedom.md): A friend of the family, possibly a business associate of Roger.
- [Johnny Geer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/johnny_geer.md): A young boy who interacts with the Gale family.
- [Mr. Gale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/mr_gale.md): Roger Gale's father, mentioned in family discussions.
- [Dave Royce](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/dave_royce.md): An old friend or colleague of Roger Gale.
- [Elizabeth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/elizabeth.md): A woman from the Gales' social circle, possibly a friend of Deborah.
- [Bill Elkins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/bill_elkins.md): A friend or acquaintance of the Gale family.
- [Joe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/joe.md): A servant or worker in the Gale household.
- [Shifty Sam](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/shifty_sam.md): A minor character with a dubious reputation.
- [Madge Deering](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/madge_deering.md): A friend of the Gale daughters, part of their social circle.
- [Hannah](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/hannah.md): A maid or servant in the Gale household.
- [Bobby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/bobby.md): A young boy, possibly a neighbor or relative.
- [Doctor Baird](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/doctor_baird.md): A physician, possibly related to Allan Baird.
- [Tad](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/tad.md): A young child in the Gale family circle.
- [Father Abraham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/father_abraham.md): A historical or allegorical figure referenced in the narrative.
- [Martha](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/martha.md): A servant or neighbor mentioned briefly.
- [Mrs. Berry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/mrs_berry.md): A neighbor or acquaintance of the Gales.
- [Doc](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/his_family_se/characters/doc.md): A local doctor or informal title for a healer.

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