# Struggles and Triumphs — Character guide

> Key figures in Struggles and Triumphs by P. T. Barnum.

- [P. T. Barnum](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/p_t_barnum.md): The author and narrator, a famous showman and museum owner.
- [Jenny Lind](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/jenny_lind.md): The celebrated Swedish soprano brought to America by Barnum.
- [General Tom Thumb](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/general_tom_thumb.md): Barnum's most famous dwarf performer, a world-renowned attraction.
- [Lavinia Warren](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/lavinia_warren.md): A little lady who married General Tom Thumb.
- [Commodore Nutt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/commodore_nutt.md): A little person performer who joined Barnum's company.
- [Grizzly Adams](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/grizzly_adams.md): A wild animal trainer and mountain man who partnered with Barnum.
- [Nelson Beers](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/nelson_beers.md): A young man who worked for Barnum and met a tragic end.
- [Sherwood E. Stratton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/sherwood_e_stratton.md): Father of General Tom Thumb, who managed his son's career.
- [Signor Vivalla](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/signor_vivalla.md): A juggler and performer in Barnum's early traveling company.
- [Mr. James Gordon Bennett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_james_gordon_bennett.md): Editor of the New York Herald and frequent Barnum adversary.
- [Charity Barnum](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/charity_barnum.md): Barnum's first wife and lifelong companion.
- [Joice Heth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/joice_heth.md): An enslaved woman exhibited as George Washington's 161-year-old nurse.
- [Mr. Adams](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_adams.md): A business associate and friend of Barnum.
- [Albert Smith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/albert_smith.md): An English author and entertainer who toured with Barnum.
- [Mr. Dey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_dey.md): An eccentric clergyman who had dealings with Barnum.
- [Wilson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/wilson.md): A business partner or associate of Barnum.
- [Miss Lucretia](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/miss_lucretia.md): A young woman who was an early romantic interest of Barnum.
- [Mr. John Greenwood](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_john_greenwood.md): An Englishman who managed Barnum's London operations.
- [Mr. Gideon Thompson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_gideon_thompson.md): An early mentor and business partner of Barnum.
- [Mr. Richard](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_richard.md): A clergyman involved in a humorous anecdote with Barnum.
- [La Rue](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/la_rue.md): A French performer or associate of Barnum.
- [Mrs. Simpson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mrs_simpson.md): A woman who ran a boarding house or had dealings with Barnum.
- [Mr. John Hall Wilton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_john_hall_wilton.md): A business associate involved in the American Museum.
- [Henry Bennett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/henry_bennett.md): A business rival or associate of Barnum.
- [Mr. Louis Gaylord Clark](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_louis_gaylord_clark.md): An editor who had a humorous encounter with Barnum.
- [Mr. James D. Johnson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_james_d_johnson.md): A neighbor and business associate of Barnum.
- [Mrs. General Tom Thumb](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mrs_general_tom_thumb.md): Lavinia Warren after her marriage to General Tom Thumb.
- [Rev. Dr. E. H. Chapin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/rev_dr_e_h_chapin.md): A prominent clergyman and friend of Barnum.
- [Joe Pentland](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/joe_pentland.md): A performer in Barnum's early traveling company.
- [Professor Pinte](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/professor_pinte.md): A performer or lecturer associated with Barnum.
- [Mr. William C. Coup](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_william_c_coup.md): A partner in Barnum's circus and menagerie ventures.
- [Mr. Julius Benedict](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_julius_benedict.md): Jenny Lind's musical conductor and pianist.
- [Darrow](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/darrow.md): An early employer or associate of Barnum.
- [S. H. Hurd](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/s_h_hurd.md): A business associate involved in the Jerome Clock Company.
- [Mary](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mary.md): A young woman connected to the Wheeler family.
- [Yellow Bear](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/yellow_bear.md): A Native American chief exhibited by Barnum.
- [Old Bevans](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/old_bevans.md): An eccentric character encountered by Barnum.
- [Henry Hawley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/henry_hawley.md): A friend and political associate of Barnum.
- [Old Bennett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/old_bennett.md): A performer or associate from Barnum's early career.
- [Mr. Barney Williams](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_barney_williams.md): An Irish-American performer associated with Barnum.
- [Peale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/peale.md): Owner of a museum that competed with Barnum's.
- [Helen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/helen.md): A young woman who was a friend or relative of Barnum.
- [Stewart](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/stewart.md): A wealthy merchant and friend of Barnum.
- [Alfred Bunn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/alfred_bunn.md): An English theater manager who dealt with Barnum.
- [Mr. Simpson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_simpson.md): A theater manager associated with Barnum.
- [Mr. Genin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_genin.md): A hatter who benefited from Jenny Lind's tour.
- [Elias Howe Jr.](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/elias_howe_jr.md): Inventor of the sewing machine, associated with Barnum.
- [Monsieur Guillaudeu](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/monsieur_guillaudeu.md): A French naturalist who worked at Barnum's museum.
- [Robert Houdin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/robert_houdin.md): A famous French magician brought to America by Barnum.
- [Doctor Baird](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/doctor_baird.md): A clergyman and author who assisted Barnum.
- [Dr. Valentine](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/dr_valentine.md): A doctor who treated Barnum or his family.
- [Mr. Robert Bonner](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/characters/mr_robert_bonner.md): Editor of the New York Ledger and friend of Barnum.

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