# The Fifth Queen — Character guide

> Key figures in The Fifth Queen by Ford Madox Ford.

- [Katharine Howard](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/katharine_howard.md): A young woman of noble birth who becomes a central figure at the Tudor court.
- [Thomas Cromwell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/thomas_cromwell.md): The powerful and manipulative Lord Privy Seal, a key political player.
- [Nicholas Throckmorton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/nicholas_throckmorton.md): A young man involved in court intrigue, often acting as a messenger or agent.
- [Lady Mary](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/lady_mary.md): The king's daughter, a devout Catholic and a figure of political tension.
- [Thomas Culpepper](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/thomas_culpepper.md): A courtier and kinsman to Katharine, with a reckless and ambitious nature.
- [Nicholas Udal](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/nicholas_udal.md): A scholarly and often comic figure, a tutor and confidant to Katharine.
- [Margot Poins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/margot_poins.md): A sharp-witted young woman serving in the household, often involved in schemes.
- [Hal Poins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/hal_poins.md): Margot's brother, a young man navigating the dangers of the court.
- [Stephen Gardiner](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/stephen_gardiner.md): The Bishop of Winchester, a conservative and cunning political rival to Cromwell.
- [Cicely Elliott](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/cicely_elliott.md): A lady-in-waiting to Katharine, known for her beauty and loyalty.
- [Lady Rochford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/lady_rochford.md): An older, cynical courtier who serves as a lady-in-waiting and confidante.
- [Duke of Norfolk](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/duke_of_norfolk.md): A powerful nobleman and uncle to Katharine, involved in court politics.
- [Madam Howard](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/madam_howard.md): An older relative of Katharine, overseeing her household and reputation.
- [Viridus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/viridus.md): A mysterious and learned man, possibly a scholar or alchemist at court.
- [Thomas Cranmer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/thomas_cranmer.md): The Archbishop of Canterbury, a reformer and cautious political figure.
- [Anne of Cleves](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/anne_of_cleves.md): The king's fourth wife, a foreign princess navigating the English court.
- [Sir Nicholas Rochford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/sir_nicholas_rochford.md): An elderly knight and relative of the Rochford family, a minor court presence.
- [John Badge](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/john_badge.md): A servant or minor functionary in the Howard household.
- [Baumbach](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/baumbach.md): A German or foreign envoy or merchant with dealings at court.
- [Flail Crummock](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/flail_crummock.md): A rough or rustic character, possibly a servant or local figure.
- [Earl of Surrey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/earl_of_surrey.md): A nobleman and poet, son of the Duke of Norfolk, with a fiery temper.
- [Edward](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/edward.md): A young man, possibly a servant or local acquaintance of the Poins family.
- [Cardinal Pole](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/cardinal_pole.md): A Catholic cardinal and political exile, a figure of opposition to the king.
- [Goodman Gilmaw](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/goodman_gilmaw.md): A poor or unfortunate man, possibly a tenant or petitioner.
- [Norroy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/norroy.md): A herald or officer of arms, involved in ceremonial matters.
- [Sir Thomas Wyatt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/sir_thomas_wyatt.md): A poet and courtier, a friend to Katharine and a figure from the past.
- [Dr. Barnes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/dr_barnes.md): A reformist clergyman, a figure in religious debates at court.
- [Sieur Chapuys](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/sieur_chapuys.md): The imperial ambassador, a shrewd observer of English politics.
- [Charles](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/charles.md): A minor courtier or servant, possibly a messenger.
- [Sadler](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/sadler.md): A secretary or official working for Thomas Cromwell.
- [Paul](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/paul.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or a name mentioned in passing.
- [Sir Anthony Ughtred](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/sir_anthony_ughtred.md): A knight or minor nobleman with connections to the court.
- [Dr. Martinus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/dr_martinus.md): A scholar or physician, possibly a foreigner at court.
- [Lord Cassilis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/lord_cassilis.md): A Scottish nobleman visiting or residing at the English court.
- [Sir Christopher Aske](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/sir_christopher_aske.md): A knight or gentleman, possibly involved in the northern rebellions.
- [Martin Pewtress](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/martin_pewtress.md): A young man, possibly a servant or apprentice in the story.
- [Hanson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_fifth_queen_se/characters/hanson.md): A minor character, possibly a tradesman or servant.

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