# Moving the Mountain — Character guide

> Key figures in Moving the Mountain by Charlotte Perkins Gilman.

- [Nellie Robertson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/nellie_robertson.md): Central character, likely the narrator or focal point of the story.
- [Owen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/owen.md): Recurring character with significant presence, possibly a romantic interest or family member.
- [Brother John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/brother_john.md): Recurring character, likely a sibling or close associate of the protagonist.
- [Jerrold](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/jerrold_hallie.md): Young character involved in a subplot, possibly a romance or family dynamic.
- [Uncle Jake](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/uncle_jake.md): Older family member with recurring presence in the narrative.
- [Uncle John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/uncle_john.md): Family member, possibly distinct from Brother John, with recurring role.
- [Aunt Dorcas](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/aunt_dorcas.md): Elderly aunt figure with notable presence in the household.
- [Cousin Drusilla](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/cousin_drusilla.md): Young cousin, cheerful and involved in family scenes.
- [Mr. Robertson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/mr_robertson.md): Patriarch of the Robertson family, likely Nellie's father.
- [Mrs. Talbot](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/mrs_talbot.md): Recurring character, possibly a neighbor or friend of the family.
- [Mrs. Masson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/mrs_masson.md): Recurring character, possibly a friend or acquaintance.
- [Frank](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/frank.md): Character with limited but notable presence, possibly a tragic figure.
- [Frank Borderson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/frank_borderson.md): Character with a distinct name, possibly related to the Borderson family.
- [Dr. Harkness](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/dr_harkness.md): Doctor character, likely appears in medical or consultation scenes.
- [Mr. Pike](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/mr_pike.md): Character with a recurring but limited role.
- [Wells](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/wells.md): Character with a minor presence, possibly a servant or acquaintance.
- [Dr. Borderson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/dr_borderson.md): Doctor character, possibly related to Frank Borderson.
- [Mr. Alfred Brown](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/mr_alfred_brown.md): Character with a named but limited role.
- [Miss Elwell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/miss_elwell.md): Female character with a minor but distinct presence.
- [Morris Banks](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/morris_banks.md): Character with a minor role, possibly a visitor or worker.
- [Mrs. Allerton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/mrs_allerton.md): Character with a named but limited appearance.
- [Cousin John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/cousin_john.md): Cousin of the protagonist, distinct from Brother John.
- [John Robertson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/john_robertson.md): Family member with the Robertson surname, limited presence.
- [Lester Ward](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/moving_the_mountain_se/characters/lester_ward.md): Character with a minor role, possibly a scholar or acquaintance.

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