# The Art of Money Getting — Character guide

> Key figures in The Art of Money Getting by P. T. Barnum.

- [Pat](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/characters/pat.md): A recurring character mentioned as an example of a person who fails to save money.
- [Cuvier](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/characters/cuvier.md): A historical figure referenced as an example of focused effort and expertise.
- [Mr. Genin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/characters/genin.md): A hatter who succeeded by choosing the right location for his business.
- [Mrs. Smith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/characters/mrs_smith.md): A widow who lost her fortune by endorsing notes for others.
- [Uncle John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/characters/uncle_john.md): A relative used as an example of a person who wasted his inheritance.
- [Dr. Franklin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/characters/dr_franklin.md): Benjamin Franklin, cited as a model of industry and frugality.
- [Sammy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/characters/sammy.md): A young man who failed in business due to lack of perseverance.
- [Mr. Beecher](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/characters/mr_beecher.md): A clergyman quoted on the importance of advertising.
- [Horatio](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/characters/horatio.md): A character used to illustrate the folly of not learning a useful trade.
- [Jenny Lind](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/characters/jenny_lind.md): The famous singer, mentioned as an example of someone who saved her earnings.
- [Solomon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/characters/solomon.md): The biblical king, referenced for his wisdom on diligence and wealth.

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