Character guide

Dan Oliphant

major

Also known as Daniel, Henry Oliphant, Mr. Daniel Oliphant, young Daniel

A central character and frequent narrator, navigating family and social life in the community.

Harlan Oliphant

major

Also known as Mr. Oliphant, the studious Harlan, the sardonic Harlan

Dan's brother, a precise and intellectual figure with a significant role in the family dynamics.

Lena McMillan

major

Also known as Evidently Lena, the McMillan

A key female character involved in romantic and social entanglements with the Oliphants.

Martha Shelby

supporting

Also known as old Shelby, dear old Martha

An older matriarchal figure, often providing wisdom and grounding in the household.

George McMillan

supporting

Also known as Mr. George Howe, McMillan

A member of the McMillan family, interacting with the Oliphants in social and business matters.

Mrs. Savage

minor

Also known as old Mrs. Savage, grandma Savage

An elderly neighbor or relative, often mentioned in domestic contexts.

Mr. Shelby

minor

Also known as dry old Mr. Shelby, Shelby

A dry, older gentleman connected to the Shelby family, appearing in social scenes.

Mrs. Oliphant

minor

The mother of Dan and Harlan, a quiet presence in the Oliphant household.

Sam Kohn

minor

Also known as Master Sam Kohn, Sammy, little Sammy Kohn, Mr. Kohn

A young boy or minor character, possibly a friend or acquaintance of the family.

Fred Oliphant

supporting

Also known as Frederic, Mr. Frederic Oliphant, Freddie Oliphant

Another Oliphant brother, often referred to as gallant and involved in subplots.

Grandma Savage

minor

Also known as Grandma, grandma

An elderly relative, likely the same as Mrs. Savage, appearing in family scenes.

Nimbus

minor

A possibly animal or whimsical character, mentioned with person-like pronouns.

Old Hickory Shelby

minor

Also known as Old Hickory

A character with a distinctive nickname, likely a Shelby family member.

Mr. Venable

minor

Also known as Venable, the renowned Venable, Perry Venable

A notable figure in the community, possibly a professional or artist.

Earl of Ornaby

minor

Also known as Ornaby, The Earl of Ornaby

A titled character referenced in the narrative, possibly a historical or local figure.

Miss McMillan

minor

A female member of the McMillan family, possibly Lena's relative.

Olive

minor

Also known as Aunt Olive

An aunt figure, likely related to the Oliphants or Shelbys.

Mrs. McMillan

minor

The mother or elder of the McMillan family, appearing in domestic settings.

Miss Shelby

minor

Also known as that big Miss Shelby

A Shelby daughter, possibly a romantic interest or social figure.

Old George Rowe

minor

Also known as George Rowe

An older male character, possibly a neighbor or acquaintance.

Oliver

minor

Also known as Cousin Oliver

A cousin of the Oliphants, appearing in family gatherings.

Charlie

minor

Also known as young Charlie

A young boy or minor character in the community.

Mr. Johns

minor

Also known as Mr. John P. Johns, old John P. Johns

An older gentleman, possibly a business associate or neighbor.

Emma

minor

A female character, possibly a servant or acquaintance.

Dannie

minor

Also known as Innocent old Dannie

An older, innocent character, possibly a servant or local figure.

General McMillan

minor

A military title held by a McMillan family member, mentioned in passing.

Eugene Morgan

minor

Also known as Morgan

A character with a few mentions, possibly a friend or rival.

Charlotte

minor

A female character, possibly a servant or relative.

Old Ranse Ornaby

minor

Also known as Ranse Ornaby

An older member of the Ornaby family, possibly a local landowner.

Jim

minor

A minor male character, possibly a servant or worker.

Mist' Hollun

minor

A character with a dialect name, possibly a local figure.

John Evelyn

minor

Also known as Evelyn

A historical or literary reference, possibly a minor character.