# Midwinter — Character guide

> Key figures in Midwinter by John Buchan.

- [Alastair Maclean](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/alastair_maclean.md): A Highland gentleman who misses his way and becomes a central figure in the narrative.
- [Mr. Samuel Johnson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/mr_johnson.md): A learned and opinionated Englishman who travels through the Highlands.
- [Mr. Nicholas Kyd](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/colin_kyd.md): A mysterious and resourceful man of Greyhouses with hidden motives.
- [Sir John Norreys](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/sir_john_norreys.md): A proud English gentleman with a troubled past and family secrets.
- [Amos Midwinter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/amos_midwinter.md): A young man of uncertain origins who becomes entangled in the plot.
- [Duchess Kitty](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/duchess_kitty.md): A spirited noblewoman traveling incognito with a secret mission.
- [Claudia Norreys](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/claudia_norreys.md): A lady of grace and mystery connected to the Norreys family.
- [Edom Lowrie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/edom_lowrie.md): A rough and clumsy fellow with a role in the unfolding events.
- [General Oglethorpe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/oglethorpe.md): A military leader and colonial governor involved in affairs of state.
- [Charles Hay](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/charles_hay.md): A young Scottish laird with a fiery temperament.
- [Sir Christopher Lacy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/kit_lacy.md): A charming and enigmatic gentleman with a theatrical air.
- [Black Benjamin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/black_benjamin.md): A gypsy with a dark reputation and hidden loyalties.
- [Squire Thicknesse](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/squire_thicknesse.md): A local landowner with a gruff manner and a role in the story.
- [Jack Norreys](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/jack_norreys.md): A younger relative of Sir John Norreys with a reckless streak.
- [Mrs. Peckover](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/mrs_peckover.md): A housekeeper or landlady who provides lodging and local gossip.
- [Mr. Secretary Murray](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/mr_murray.md): A government secretary involved in political machinations.
- [Mr. James Boswell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/james_boswell.md): A young Scottish biographer and companion to Johnson.
- [Diana](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/diana.md): A mysterious woman who appears briefly in the narrative.
- [General Wade](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/general_wade.md): A British military commander known for building roads in the Highlands.
- [Giles](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/giles.md): A butler or servant with a quick wit and sharp tongue.
- [Moonbeam](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/moonbeam.md): A horse or pet with a notable presence in the story.
- [Henry Talbot](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/harry_talbot.md): A young man with connections to the main characters.
- [Journeyman John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/journeyman_john.md): A traveling craftsman who offers shelter and wisdom.
- [Mr. Francis Wise](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/mr_francis_wise.md): A scholarly gentleman with antiquarian interests.
- [Duke of Beaufort](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/duke_of_beaufort.md): A nobleman involved in political and social circles.
- [Methody Sam](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/methody_sam.md): A religious enthusiast with a distinctive manner of speech.
- [Mr. Pelham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/mr_pelham.md): A politician or official mentioned in dispatches.
- [Brother Gilly](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/brother_gilly.md): A religious figure or monk with a brief appearance.
- [Jerry Tusser](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/jerry_tusser.md): A local character with a rough and ready demeanor.
- [Brightwell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/brightwell.md): A miserly figure known for his tightfisted ways.
- [Kitty of Queensberry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/queensberry.md): A noblewoman with a connection to the Duchess Kitty.
- [Stable Bill](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/bill.md): A stable hand or groom who tends to horses.
- [Hamilton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/hamilton.md): A Scottish name mentioned in passing, possibly a servant.
- [Lochiel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/lochiel.md): A Highland clan chief referenced in the narrative.
- [Faith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/faith.md): A young woman with a brief but poignant role.
- [Cousin Johnnie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/cousin_johnnie.md): A relative of one of the main characters.
- [Mr. Sebastian Derwent](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/mr_sebastian_derwent.md): A gentleman with a minor role in the proceedings.
- [Menelaus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/menelaus.md): A classical reference used as a name for a character or pet.
- [King George](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/king_george.md): The reigning monarch, mentioned in political contexts.
- [Tetty](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/tetty.md): A nickname for a female character, possibly a servant.
- [Sir Watkin Wynn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/sir_watkin_wynn.md): A Welsh baronet and politician mentioned in the story.
- [Sir Sandy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/sir_sandy.md): A Scottish knight or laird with a minor appearance.
- [Tom Heather](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/tom_heather.md): A local man with a small role in the plot.
- [John Drummond](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/john_drummond.md): A Scottish name mentioned in the narrative.
- [Achilles](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/achilles.md): A classical figure referenced as a name or comparison.
- [Lord George Murray](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/lord_george_murray.md): A Jacobite general mentioned in historical context.
- [Cumberland](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/cumberland.md): The Duke of Cumberland, a British military leader.
- [Lady Mary Capell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/lady_mary_capell.md): A pretty noblewoman mentioned in social contexts.
- [Mr. Pope](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/mr_pope.md): The poet Alexander Pope, referenced in conversation.
- [Traquair](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/traquair.md): A Scottish earl or location mentioned in passing.
- [Nunkie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/nunkie.md): A nickname for an uncle or older male relative.
- [Old Puffin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/old_puffin.md): A character with a comical or eccentric nature.
- [Kingston](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/kingston.md): A nobleman or place name mentioned briefly.
- [Mr. Andrew Watson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/mr_andrew_watson.md): A gentleman with a small part in the story.
- [Mr. Baptist Leveson-Gower](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/mr_baptist_leveson_gower.md): A politician or nobleman mentioned in dispatches.
- [Zerry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/zerry.md): A mysterious or minor character with a brief appearance.
- [Alcinous](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/alcincus.md): A classical figure referenced in the narrative.
- [Simon Lovat](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/simon_lovat.md): A Scottish clan chief mentioned in historical context.
- [The Prince](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/the_prince.md): A royal figure, possibly the Young Pretender.
- [Lady Briseis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/lady_briseis.md): A classical name used for a character or allusion.
- [Sir Robert Grosvenor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/midwinter_se/characters/sir_robert_grosvenor.md): A baronet mentioned in social or political contexts.

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