# Pastors and Masters — Character guide

> Key figures in Pastors and Masters by Ivy Compton-Burnett.

- [Emily Herrick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/emily_herrick.md): A central character, likely a young woman involved in the story's social dynamics.
- [Mr. Merry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/mr_merry.md): A prominent male character, possibly a clergyman or academic figure.
- [Bumpus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/bumpus.md): A recurring character, often referred to affectionately as an older man.
- [Bentley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/bentley.md): A narrator or focal character, likely a scholar or observer.
- [William Masson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/william_masson.md): A character with significant presence, possibly a student or colleague.
- [Miss Basden](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/miss_basden.md): A female character with substantial dialogue or narrative focus.
- [Nicholas](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/nicholas.md): A character often pitied or discussed, possibly a servant or relative.
- [Mr. Burgess](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/mr_burgess.md): A recurring male character, possibly a tradesman or local figure.
- [Mrs. Merry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/mrs_merry.md): Wife of Mr. Merry, involved in domestic or social scenes.
- [Theresa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/theresa.md): An aunt figure, likely providing guidance or comic relief.
- [Mr. Herrick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/mr_herrick.md): Father or relative of Emily Herrick, a minor authority figure.
- [Francis Fletcher](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/francis_fletcher.md): A clergyman with a role in the plot, possibly a suitor or mentor.
- [Delia](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/delia.md): A female character with a modest but distinct presence.
- [Lydia Fletcher](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/lydia_fletcher.md): A young woman, possibly a romantic interest or family member.
- [Mr. Fletcher](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/mr_fletcher.md): Father or relative of the Fletcher family, a minor character.
- [John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/john.md): A child or young character, possibly a servant or relative.
- [Miss Herrick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/miss_herrick.md): Another Herrick female, possibly a sister or aunt of Emily.
- [Richard](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/richard.md): A male character with a minor role, possibly a friend or relative.
- [Dickie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/dickie.md): A child or young male character, possibly a servant.
- [Crabbe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/crabbe.md): An older male character, possibly a servant or local eccentric.
- [Uncle Peter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/uncle_peter.md): An uncle figure, likely providing advice or humor.
- [Harry Bentley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/harry_bentley.md): A clergyman relative of Bentley, with a minor role.
- [Father](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/father.md): A generic father figure, possibly a character's parent.
- [Fanny](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/fanny.md): A female character with limited appearances.
- [Mother](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/mother.md): A generic mother figure, possibly a character's parent.
- [Mrs. Fletcher](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/mrs_fletcher.md): Wife or mother in the Fletcher family, barely present.
- [Miss Bentley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/miss_bentley.md): A female relative of Bentley, mentioned briefly.
- [Aunt Lyddie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/aunt_lyddie.md): An aunt figure, possibly related to Lydia Fletcher.
- [Charles](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/charles.md): A minor male character, possibly a servant or visitor.
- [Adams](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/adams.md): A servant or tradesman with a single mention.
- [Mr. Masson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pastors_and_masters_se/characters/mr_masson.md): Possibly a relative of William Masson, barely mentioned.

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