# Pollyanna — Character guide

> Key figures in Pollyanna by Eleanor H. Porter.

- [Pollyanna Whittier](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/pollyanna_whittier.md): An orphaned girl who comes to live with her strict Aunt Polly, spreading her 'glad game'.
- [Aunt Polly Harrington](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/aunt_polly_harrington.md): Pollyanna's stern but loving aunt who takes her in and learns to appreciate her niece's optimism.
- [Nancy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/nancy.md): The Harringtons' maid who becomes Pollyanna's first friend and confidante in the household.
- [John Pendleton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/john_pendleton.md): A wealthy, reclusive bachelor who befriends Pollyanna and later adopts Jimmy Bean.
- [Jimmy Bean](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/jimmy_bean.md): A homeless boy who becomes Pollyanna's friend and is eventually adopted by John Pendleton.
- [Dr. Thomas Chilton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/dr_chilton.md): The town doctor who treats Pollyanna after her accident and has a past with Aunt Polly.
- [Mrs. Snow](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/mrs_snow.md): A bedridden, pessimistic woman whom Pollyanna cheers up with the glad game.
- [Old Tom](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/old_tom.md): The elderly gardener at the Harrington estate who welcomes Pollyanna.
- [Timothy Durgin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/timothy_durgin.md): A young man who works for John Pendleton and helps with errands.
- [Milly Snow](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/milly_snow.md): Mrs. Snow's daughter who cares for her mother.
- [Rev. Paul Ford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/rev_paul_ford.md): The local minister who interacts with Pollyanna and the community.
- [Dr. Warren](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/dr_warren.md): A specialist called in to consult on Pollyanna's condition after her accident.
- [Mrs. Tarbell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/mrs_tarbell.md): A neighbor who participates in town activities.
- [Jennie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/jennie.md): Pollyanna's deceased mother, mentioned in memories.
- [Mrs. Benton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/mrs_benton.md): A woman who helps with charitable work in town.
- [Lady Maud](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/lady_maud.md): A mysterious woman mentioned in Pendleton's past.
- [Mr. White](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pollyanna_se/characters/mr_white.md): Husband of Mrs. White, briefly mentioned.

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