# In Search of the Castaways — Character guide

> Key figures in In Search of the Castaways by Jules Verne.

- [Lord Glenarvan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/lord_glenarvan.md): Wealthy Scottish nobleman who leads the search for Captain Grant.
- [Jacques Paganel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/jacques_paganel.md): Absent-minded French geographer who joins the expedition by accident.
- [Captain Harry Grant](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/captain_grant.md): Missing Scottish captain whose rescue is the goal of the voyage.
- [Robert Grant](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/robert_grant.md): Brave young son of Captain Grant who joins the search party.
- [Mary Grant](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/mary_grant.md): Devoted daughter of Captain Grant who travels with the Glenarvans.
- [John Mangles](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/john_mangles.md): Young captain of the Duncan who falls in love with Mary Grant.
- [Ayrton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/ayrton.md): Quartermaster of the Britannia whose true intentions are sinister.
- [Lady Helena](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/lady_helena.md): Compassionate wife of Lord Glenarvan who advocates for the rescue.
- [Major MacNabb](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/major_macnabb.md): Phlegmatic Scottish soldier and loyal friend to Glenarvan.
- [Thalcave](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/thalcave.md): Patagonian guide who aids the expedition across South America.
- [Wilson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/wilson.md): Able seaman on the Duncan who accompanies the search party.
- [Mulready](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/mulready.md): Sailor on the Duncan who assists during the voyage.
- [Tom Austin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/tom_austin.md): Trustworthy mate of the Duncan left in charge of the yacht.
- [Mr. Olbinett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/olbinett.md): Steward on the Duncan who manages provisions.
- [Ben Joyce](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/ben_joyce.md): Dangerous escaped convict who impersonates Ayrton.
- [Kai-Koumou](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/kai_koumou.md): Maori chief who captures the Glenarvan party in New Zealand.
- [Mr. O'Moore](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/mr_omoore.md): Irish colonist who hosts the party in Australia.
- [Sergeant Manuel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/sergeant_manuel.md): Argentine sergeant who assists the party in the Andes.
- [Miss Helena Tuffnel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/miss_helena_tuffnel.md): Lady Helena's maiden name mentioned in backstory.
- [Captain Burton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/captain_burton.md): British traveler briefly encountered by the party.
- [Mrs. Olbinett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/mrs_olbinett.md): Wife of the steward, who assists Lady Helena.
- [Pepe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/pepe.md): Young guide who leads the party through the Andes.
- [Sam Machell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/sam_machell.md): Australian settler who provides information about the country.
- [Michael Patterson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/michael_patterson.md): Soldier who accompanies Burke on his expedition.
- [Jacob Louper](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/jacob_louper.md): German settler who offers hospitality in Australia.
- [Mr. Mitchell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/mr_mitchell.md): Australian explorer mentioned in the narrative.
- [Alexander Patterson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/alexander_patterson.md): Name used by Ayrton to conceal his identity.
- [Thomas Banks](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/thomas_banks.md): Sailor on the Britannia mentioned in the documents.
- [Captain Marion](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/captain_marion.md): French explorer whose fate is discussed by Paganel.
- [Robert O'Hara Burke](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/burke.md): Australian explorer whose expedition is referenced.
- [Stuart](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/stuart.md): Australian explorer mentioned in the narrative.
- [Hawkins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/in_search_of_the_castaways_se/characters/hawkins.md): Sailor on the Duncan who assists in the voyage.

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