# Saragossa — Character guide

> Key figures in Saragossa by Benito Pérez Galdós.

- [Augustine Montoria](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/augustine_montoria.md): Young nobleman and protagonist, torn between love for Mariquilla and family loyalty during the siege.
- [Mariquilla Candiola](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/mariquilla_candiola.md): Daughter of the miser Candiola; brave and devoted, she becomes Augustine's love interest.
- [Don José de Montoria](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/don_jose_de_montoria.md): Augustine's wealthy, proud father and a leading citizen of Saragossa.
- [Candiola](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/candiola.md): Miserly father of Mariquilla, suspicious and greedy, often at odds with the Montorias.
- [Don Roque](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/don_roque.md): A minor nobleman and friend of the Montoria family, appears in social scenes.
- [Juan Pirli](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/juan_pirli.md): A colorful, boastful character who provides comic relief and local color.
- [Palafox](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/palafox.md): The Spanish general leading the defense of Saragossa; a historical figure in the narrative.
- [Don Jerónimo de Candiola](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/don_jeronimo_de_candiola.md): Another name for the miser Candiola, father of Mariquilla.
- [Manuela Sancho](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/manuela_sancho.md): A heroic woman of Saragossa, celebrated for her bravery during the siege.
- [Gabriel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/gabriel.md): A young man who appears in the narrative, possibly a soldier or acquaintance.
- [Don Araceli](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/don_araceli.md): A friend or associate of the protagonist, possibly a fellow officer.
- [Doña Leocadia Sarriera](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/dona_leocadia_sarriera.md): A woman of Saragossa, possibly a relative or acquaintance of the main characters.
- [Manuel Montoria](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/manuel_montoria.md): A member of the Montoria family, possibly Augustine's brother or cousin.
- [Basilio Boggiero](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/basilio_boggiero.md): A priest who plays a role in the religious and moral life of the city.
- [Doña Guedita](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/dona_guedita.md): A woman of the city, possibly a neighbor or family friend.
- [Father Luengo](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/father_luengo.md): A priest who appears in the narrative, possibly during the siege.
- [Father Mateo del Busto](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/father_mateo_del_busto.md): A clergyman mentioned in the story, possibly in a religious ceremony.
- [Tío Garcés](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/tio_garces.md): An older man, possibly a servant or local character.
- [Renovales](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/renovales.md): A military officer involved in the defense of the city.
- [Don Antonio Quadros](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/don_antonio_quadros.md): A minor nobleman or official in Saragossa.
- [Porra](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/porra.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or soldier.
- [Don Mariano Cereso](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/don_mariano_cereso.md): A resident of Saragossa, possibly a friend of the Montorias.
- [Vicente Codé](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/vicente_code.md): A minor character, possibly a soldier or local.
- [Don Pedro Villacampa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/don_pedro_villacampa.md): A military figure mentioned in the narrative.
- [Coridon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/coridon.md): A literary or pastoral reference, possibly a character in a story within the book.
- [Marshal Lannes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/marshal_lannes.md): French general leading the siege; a historical figure in the conflict.
- [Don Santiago Sas](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/don_santiago_sas.md): A warrior or officer mentioned among the defenders.
- [Countess de Bureta](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/countess_de_bureta.md): A noblewoman of Saragossa, possibly involved in the defense efforts.
- [General Butron](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/general_butron.md): A military officer in the Spanish forces.
- [Manuelilla](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/manuelilla.md): A diminutive form, possibly a child or servant character.
- [Montorilla](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/montorilla.md): A diminutive or affectionate form of Montoria, possibly a young member.
- [Antonio Laste](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/antonio_laste.md): A minor character, possibly a soldier or citizen.
- [General Saint March](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/saragossa_se/characters/general_saint_march.md): A French general mentioned in the narrative.

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