Character guide

Mrs. Bowen

major

Also known as O Mrs. Bowen, Poor Mrs. Bowen, Dear Mrs. Bowen, Bowen

A central character, likely a widow and mother to Effie, involved in the social life of Florence.

Mr. Colville

major

Also known as Colville, Theodore Colville, poor Mr. Colville, Dear Mr. Colville, Bostonians Colville

A key male protagonist, possibly an American in Florence, with a complex relationship with Mrs. Bowen.

Imogene Graham

major

Also known as Graham, Imogene, Imogene Grahamovna

A young woman, likely a romantic interest or foil, central to the plot's tensions.

Effie Bowen

supporting

Also known as Effie, little Effie Bowen, Miss Effie

Mrs. Bowen's young daughter, a recurring presence in the household and social scenes.

Rev. Mr. Waters

supporting

Also known as Mr. Waters, The Rev. Mr. Waters

A clergyman and friend of the family, offering moral commentary and social presence.

Mr. Morton

supporting

Also known as the Rev. Mr. Morton, Morton

Another clergyman or gentleman, part of the expatriate circle in Florence.

Miss Graham

supporting

Also known as IV Miss Graham

Likely a relative or companion of Imogene Graham, appearing in social contexts.

Mrs. Amsden

minor

A minor character, possibly a friend or acquaintance in the Florentine community.

Mrs. Graham

minor

Also known as Dear Mrs. Graham

Mother or relative of Imogene Graham, involved in family dynamics.

Lina Ridgely

minor

Also known as Miss Lina Ridgely, Miss Ridgely, pretty Lina Ridgely

A young woman in the social circle, possibly a friend or rival.

Madame Uccelli

minor

Also known as Madame

An Italian or expatriate woman, likely a hostess or local figure.

Jenny Milbury

minor

Also known as Jenny

A minor character, possibly a servant or acquaintance.

Mr. Bowen

minor

Also known as the Hon. Mr. Bowen, the late Mr. Bowen

Mrs. Bowen's deceased husband, mentioned in backstory.

Maria Colville

minor

Also known as Colville

A relative or associate of Mr. Colville, possibly his wife or sister.

Mrs. Fleming

minor

A minor character, likely part of the expatriate community.

Alessandro

minor

An Italian local, possibly a servant or guide.

Maddalena

minor

An Italian woman, likely a servant or local character.

Paolo

minor

An Italian man, possibly a servant or minor figure.

Ugo

minor

A minor Italian character, possibly a servant.

Babson

minor

A minor character, possibly an American acquaintance.

Parker

minor

A minor character, possibly a servant or friend.

Alexander Smith

minor

A minor character, possibly a poet or acquaintance.

Mr. James

minor

A minor character, possibly a friend or visitor.

Giovanni Gualberto

minor

Also known as Giovanni, Gualberto

A historical or local figure referenced in the narrative.

Inglehart

minor

Also known as the Inglehart

A minor character, possibly an artist or traveler.