Character guide

Harry Haller

major

Also known as Haller, Harry, dear Harry, The old Harry, the old Harry, the little new young Harry, old Harry, Brother Harry, Herr Haller, The late Herr Haller, this Herr Haller, Mr. Harry, Mr. Haller, Herr Harry

The protagonist, a solitary intellectual known as the Steppenwolf, who struggles between his human and wolf natures.

Hermine

major

Also known as the beautiful Hermine

A mysterious woman who becomes Harry's guide to pleasure and self-discovery in the Magic Theater.

Pablo

supporting

Also known as the charming young Herr Pablo, Herr Pablo, the beautiful Pablo

A jazz saxophonist and hedonist who introduces Harry to the Magic Theater's surreal experiences.

Maria

supporting

Also known as Molly, the lovely Maria, lovely Maria, this Maria

A beautiful woman who becomes Harry's lover, introduced by Hermine for his sensual education.

Mozart

supporting

The composer appears as a spectral figure in the Magic Theater, mocking and instructing Harry.

Goethe

minor

Also known as old Goethe, Herr von Goethe

The poet appears in a dream-like encounter, debating immortality with Harry Haller.

Rosa Kreisler

minor

Also known as Rosa

A woman from Harry's past, briefly recalled in his memories and reflections.

Gustav

minor

An old school friend of Harry's, encountered during a nostalgic walk.

Erica

minor

A former lover of Harry, mentioned in his recollections of past relationships.

Herman

minor

Also known as this Herman

A minor acquaintance from Harry's past, briefly referenced.

Dora

minor

A woman from Harry's youth, mentioned in his autobiographical reflections.

Agostino

minor

A character in the Magic Theater, part of a surreal vignette.

Irmgard

minor

A woman briefly mentioned in Harry's memories of his past.