# Short Fiction — Character guide

> Key figures in Short Fiction by P. G. Wodehouse.

- [Henry Pifield Rice](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/henry_pifield_rice.md): A central character, often the narrator or focal point of several stories.
- [George Barnert Callender](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/george_barnert_callender.md): A recurring character involved in various plots and social situations.
- [Rutherford Maxwell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/rutherford_maxwell.md): A prominent figure, often serving as a narrator or focal character.
- [Crowned Heads Katie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/crowned_heads_katie.md): A key female character, central to several storylines.
- [Pots O'Money Owen Bentley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/pots_omoney_owen_bentley.md): A wealthy and influential character, often a narrator or focal point.
- [Mary Hill](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mary_hill.md): A central female character, often the object of affection or a key figure.
- [Eve Rastall-Retford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/eve_rastall_retford.md): A significant female character with a prominent role in the narrative.
- [Little Willie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/little_willie.md): A young boy character, often involved in humorous or pivotal scenes.
- [Peter Rayner](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/peter_rayner.md): A young man, often a central figure in romantic or adventurous plots.
- [Peggy Norton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/peggy_norton.md): A key female character, often involved in romantic entanglements.
- [Tommy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/tommy.md): A recurring character, often getting into trouble or involved in schemes.
- [Lord Emsworth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/lord_emsworth.md): A bumbling aristocrat, often the center of comedic situations.
- [Paul Boielle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/paul_boielle.md): A character with a significant role, often involved in dramatic events.
- [Sir Agravaine](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/sir_agravaine.md): A knightly figure, often a source of humor or pathos.
- [Mister Potter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mister_potter.md): A central character, often the subject of comedic misadventures.
- [Joe Rendal](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/joe_rendal.md): A key character, often a narrator or focal point in stories.
- [George Albert Balmer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/george_albert_balmer.md): A prominent character, often involved in central plots.
- [Unhappy Mr. Meggs](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/unhappy_mr_meggs.md): A character defined by his misfortunes, often a source of comedy.
- [Elizabeth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/elizabeth.md): A significant female character, often a narrator or focal point.
- [Ruth Warden](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/ruth_warden.md): A key female character, often involved in romantic or dramatic plots.
- [Mr. Paul Snyder](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mr_paul_snyder.md): A character often surprised or bewildered by events.
- [Annette Brougham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/annette_brougham.md): A female character with a notable role in the narrative.
- [Bobbie Wickham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/bobbie_wickham.md): A lively and often mischievous young woman.
- [Wilton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/wilton.md): A character who appears in various stories, often in a supporting role.
- [Constable Plimmer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/constable_plimmer.md): A police officer, often a figure of authority or comedy.
- [Martin Rossiter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/martin_rossiter.md): A character with a recurring role in several stories.
- [Drew](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/drew.md): A clergyman or young man, often involved in the plot.
- [Buffin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/buffin.md): A supporting character, often a servant or minor official.
- [Maud Peters](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/maud_peters.md): A female character with a role in romantic or social plots.
- [Mr. Oakes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mr_oakes.md): A young man, often a suitor or involved in business.
- [Jerry Moore](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/jerry_moore.md): A character with a significant supporting role.
- [Mr. Robert Ferguson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mr_robert_ferguson.md): A character who appears in a supporting capacity.
- [Brady](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/brady.md): A supporting character, often a friend or associate.
- [Rollo Finch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/rollo_finch.md): A character with a recurring role in the stories.
- [Sally Preston](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/sally_preston.md): A female character, often a love interest or key figure.
- [Clarence Tresillian](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/clarence_tresillian.md): An aristocrat, often involved in the main plot.
- [Mr. Mifflin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mr_mifflin.md): A supporting character, possibly a servant or tradesman.
- [Mrs. Pickett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mrs_pickett.md): A female character, often a housekeeper or matronly figure.
- [Arthur Welsh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/arthur_welsh.md): A character who undergoes a transformation or has a dual role.
- [Clifford Gandle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/clifford_gandle.md): A supporting character, often involved in business or social circles.
- [James Renshaw Boyd](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/james_renshaw_boyd.md): A character with a notable supporting role.
- [Harold Bodkin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/harold_bodkin.md): A friendly and often supportive character.
- [Uncle Frederick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/uncle_frederick.md): An older relative, often a source of advice or conflict.
- [Freddie Threepwood](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/freddie_threepwood.md): A young aristocrat, often involved in romantic or financial schemes.
- [Miss Pillenger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/miss_pillenger.md): A formidable female character, often a governess or authority figure.
- [Captain Muller](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/captain_muller.md): A military man, often a figure of authority or comedy.
- [Mr. Eugene Warden](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mr_eugene_warden.md): A father or guardian figure, often opposed to romance.
- [Mr. Vince](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mr_vince.md): A supporting character, possibly a tradesman or neighbor.
- [Florence Craye](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/florence_craye.md): A sophisticated and often manipulative female character.
- [Miss Elsa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/miss_elsa.md): A young woman, often a love interest or central figure.
- [Dick Henley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/dick_henley.md): A character with a supporting role in the narrative.
- [Eddy Moore](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/eddy_moore.md): A brother or friend, often involved in family dynamics.
- [Mr. Rackstraw](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mr_rackstraw.md): A character, often a father or antagonist.
- [Alan Beverley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/alan_beverley.md): A supporting character, often a friend or rival.
- [Tom Ellison](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/tom_ellison.md): A character with a supporting role in the stories.
- [Andrew Galloway](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/andrew_galloway.md): A character, often a businessman or relative.
- [Old Duggie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/old_duggie.md): An older character, often a source of humor or wisdom.
- [Amelia](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/amelia.md): A female character, often a wife or sweetheart.
- [Mr. Gandle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mr_gandle.md): A supporting character, possibly related to Clifford Gandle.
- [Joe Blossom](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/joe_blossom.md): A character with a supporting role, often a friend.
- [Ann Selby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/ann_selby.md): A female character, often a love interest or key figure.
- [Mary Campbell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mary_campbell.md): A female character, possibly a maid or relative.
- [Mr. Skipper Shute](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mr_skipper_shute.md): A character, possibly a sailor or captain.
- [Reggie Pepper](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/reggie_pepper.md): A character, possibly a young man about town.
- [Jack Wilton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/jack_wilton.md): A character, possibly related to Mr. Wilton.
- [Master Roland Bean](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/master_roland_bean.md): A young boy, often a student or child character.
- [Mr. Sellers](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mr_sellers.md): A minor character, possibly a tradesman.
- [Waterall](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/waterall.md): A minor character, possibly a young man.
- [Izzy Baermann](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/izzy_baermann.md): A minor character, possibly a musician or foreigner.
- [Mr. Prosser](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mr_prosser.md): A minor character, possibly a writer or publisher.
- [Alf Brooks](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/alf_brooks.md): A minor character, possibly a friend or worker.
- [Minnie Hill](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/minnie_hill.md): A minor female character, possibly a sister or maid.
- [Charlie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/charlie.md): A minor character, possibly a husband or servant.
- [James Datchett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/james_datchett.md): A minor character, possibly a friend or colleague.
- [Walt Jelliffe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/walt_jelliffe.md): A minor character, possibly an artist or writer.
- [Mr. Benyon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mr_benyon.md): A minor character, possibly a suitor or villain.
- [Mr. Blatherwick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/mr_blatherwick.md): A minor character, possibly a neighbor or official.
- [Jane Tuxton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_42_se/characters/jane_tuxton.md): A minor female character, possibly a love interest.

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