# The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling — Character guide

> Key figures in The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling by Henry Fielding.

- [Tom Jones](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/tom_jones.md): Foundling raised by Squire Allworthy, a passionate and impulsive young man who seeks his fortune and love.
- [Sophia Western](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/sophia_western.md): Beautiful and virtuous daughter of Squire Western, the object of Tom's affection.
- [Squire Allworthy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/squire_allworthy.md): Benevolent and wealthy landowner who raises Tom Jones and serves as a moral compass.
- [Master Blifil](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/master_blifil.md): Hypocritical and scheming nephew of Allworthy, Tom's rival for Sophia's hand.
- [Squire Western](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/squire_western.md): Blustering, fox-hunting country squire and Sophia's father, obsessed with her marriage.
- [Mr. Partridge](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_partridge.md): Superstitious schoolmaster and later Tom's loyal, comic companion on his travels.
- [Mrs. Honour](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mrs_honour.md): Sophia's devoted and talkative maid who accompanies her on her flight.
- [Mrs. Miller](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mrs_miller.md): Kind-hearted landlady in London who befriends and shelters Tom.
- [Lady Bellaston](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/lady_bellaston.md): Wealthy, manipulative London society woman who pursues Tom romantically.
- [Molly Seagrim](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/molly_seagrim.md): Promiscuous daughter of Black George, with whom Tom has an early affair.
- [Mrs. Western](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mrs_western.md): Sophia's sophisticated, opinionated aunt who tries to arrange her marriage.
- [Mr. Thwackum](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_thwackum.md): Harsh, dogmatic tutor to Tom and Blifil who favors religious severity.
- [Mr. Square](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_square.md): Philosophical tutor to Tom and Blifil, a hypocritical proponent of natural virtue.
- [Jenny Jones](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/jenny_jones.md): Servant girl initially suspected as Tom's mother, later revealed as Mrs. Waters.
- [Black George](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/black_george.md): Gamekeeper for Allworthy and father of Molly, who betrays Tom's trust.
- [Mr. Nightingale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_nightingale.md): Tom's friend in London, a young gentleman who secretly marries Nancy Miller.
- [Mrs. Waters](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mrs_waters.md): Mysterious woman at Upton who has a brief affair with Tom, later revealed as Jenny Jones.
- [Mr. Fitzpatrick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_fitzpatrick.md): Jealous Irish husband of Harriet, who pursues his wife and later duels Tom.
- [Dowling](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/dowling.md): Sly lawyer who holds secrets about Tom's parentage and Blifil's schemes.
- [Mrs. Deborah Wilkins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mrs_deborah_wilkins.md): Allworthy's prudish, gossipy housekeeper who investigates Tom's birth.
- [Mrs. Bridget](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mrs_bridget.md): Allworthy's sister and mother of Tom and Blifil, who marries Captain Blifil.
- [Lord Fellamar](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/lord_fellamar.md): Aristocratic suitor of Sophia who attempts to force her into marriage.
- [Mr. Northerton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_northerton.md): Rakehell army officer who wounds Tom in a duel and later appears in London.
- [Miss Nancy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/miss_nancy.md): Daughter of Mrs. Miller who secretly marries young Nightingale.
- [Captain Blifil](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/captain_blifil.md): Fortune-hunting captain who marries Bridget Allworthy and dies early.
- [Mr. Supple](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_supple.md): Easy-going local parson who often mediates disputes.
- [Little Benjamin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/little_benjamin.md): Barber who travels with Partridge and is later revealed as Partridge himself.
- [Mrs. Abigail](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mrs_abigail.md): Servant to Lady Bellaston who assists in her schemes.
- [Betty Seagrim](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/betty_seagrim.md): Sister of Molly Seagrim, involved in a fight with her.
- [Mrs. Whitefield](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mrs_whitefield.md): Innkeeper at the Bell in Gloucester who hosts Tom and Partridge.
- [Tom Edwards](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/tom_edwards.md): Old schoolfellow of Tom who lends him money in London.
- [Mr. Maclachlan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_maclachlan.md): Scottish officer who befriends Tom in the army.
- [Goody Brown](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/goody_brown.md): Village woman who testifies about Jenny Jones's character.
- [Etoff](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/etoff.md): Servant of Lady Bellaston who delivers messages.
- [Will Barnes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/one_will_barnes.md): Local man who fathers a child with Molly Seagrim.
- [Goody Seagrim](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/goody_seagrim.md): Mother of Molly and Black George, a poor village woman.
- [Captain Waters](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/captain_waters.md): Husband of Mrs. Waters, an army officer.
- [Miss Graveairs](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/miss_graveairs.md): Prudish lady at the inn in Upton who criticizes Sophia.
- [Mr. Summer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_summer.md): Deceased young man revealed to be Tom's father.
- [Madam Jenny Cameron](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/madam_jenny_cameron.md): Scottish Jacobite figure briefly mentioned in the rebellion subplot.
- [Miss Harris](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/miss_harris.md): Young lady at a masquerade who dances with Tom.
- [Colonel Hampsted](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/colonel_hampsted.md): Acquaintance of Tom in London who dies in a duel.
- [Broughton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/broughton.md): Famous boxer who trains Tom in the art of pugilism.
- [Lawyer Small](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/lawyer_small.md): Lawyer who assists Dowling in legal matters.
- [Mr. Derby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_derby.md): Man who sells his commission in the army to Tom.
- [Mr. Adderly](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_adderly.md): Officer who accompanies Tom to the masquerade.
- [Mr. Edwards](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_edwards.md): Father of Tom Edwards, a gentleman who helps Tom.
- [Jack Ostler](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/jack_ostler.md): Stable boy at an inn who assists travelers.
- [Susan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/susan.md): Chambermaid at the inn at Upton who gossips about the guests.
- [Robin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/robin.md): Servant at the inn who helps with horses.
- [Joe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/joe.md): Servant at the inn who assists Partridge.
- [Anne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/anne.md): Village girl mentioned in gossip about Molly Seagrim.
- [Bobbing Joan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/bobbing_joan.md): Village woman who testifies in a legal matter.
- [Kate of the Mill](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/kate_of_the_mill.md): Local woman mentioned in a song or story.
- [Jemmy Oliver](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/jemmy_oliver.md): Local man who marries a woman from the village.
- [Old Echepole](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/old_echepole.md): Local farmer mentioned in village gossip.
- [Mr. Bayle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_bayle.md): Historical figure cited in philosophical discussions.
- [Lalage](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/lalage.md): Woman mentioned in a classical allusion.
- [Mr. Nash](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_nash.md): Master of ceremonies in Bath, briefly mentioned.
- [Lady Thomas Hatchet](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/lady_thomas_hatchet.md): Woman at the masquerade who dances with Tom.
- [Mr. Hogarth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/mr_hogarth.md): Famous painter referenced in the narrative.
- [Dr. Y.](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/dr_y.md): Physician who attends Allworthy during his illness.
- [The Ingenious Mr. Miller](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/the_ingenious_mr_miller.md): Relative of Mrs. Miller, a writer or scholar.
- [Nell Gwynn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/nell_gwynn.md): Historical figure briefly mentioned as an actress.
- [Prince Charles](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/prince_charles.md): Jacobite pretender mentioned in the rebellion subplot.
- [King James](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/king_james.md): Deposed king referenced in political discussions.
- [Francis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/francis.md): Servant or acquaintance of the Western family.
- [The French](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/the_french.md): Servant or character referred to as French.
- [Watson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/watson.md): Acquaintance of Tom in London who falls into debt.
- [Jemmy Tweedle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/jemmy_tweedle.md): Local musician or dancer mentioned in passing.
- [Pettyfogger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/pettyfogger.md): Unscrupulous lawyer who appears in a legal subplot.
- [Merry-Andrew](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/merry_andrew.md): Clown or jester at a fair, briefly mentioned.
- [The Officer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/the_officer.md): Army officer who arrests Tom for the duel.
- [The Doctor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/the_doctor.md): Physician who treats various characters.
- [The Captain](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/the_captain.md): Unnamed army captain who appears in scenes.
- [The Stranger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/the_stranger.md): Mysterious man who appears at key moments.
- [The Poor Man](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_history_of_tom_jones_a_foundling_se/characters/the_poor_man.md): Generic poor man who appears in a scene.

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