Character guide

Eepersip

major

Also known as Eepersip Eigleen, happy Eepersip, poor Eepersip

A young girl who runs away to live in nature, seeking freedom from her family.

Fleuriss

supporting

Also known as little Fleuriss

Eepersip's younger sister, who remains at home with their parents.

Mrs. Eigleen

supporting

Also known as Mr. and Mrs. Eigleen

Eepersip's mother, who worries about her daughter's disappearance.

Mr. Eigleen

supporting

Also known as Mr. and Mrs. Eigleen

Eepersip's father, who searches for her after she runs away.

Chippy

supporting

Also known as Poor Chippy and Snowflake

A chipmunk who becomes Eepersip's companion in the meadow.

Snowflake

supporting

Also known as Chippy and Snowflake

A rabbit who befriends Eepersip alongside Chippy.

Barbara Newhall Follett

minor

Also known as Barbara

The author of the book, mentioned in the historical note.

Toby

minor

A dog who appears briefly in the story.

Mr. Brunio

minor

Also known as Brunio

A neighbor of the Eigleens who helps search for Eepersip.

Mrs. Carrenda

minor

Also known as Carrenda

A local woman who interacts with the Eigleen family.

Mr. Carrenda

minor

Husband of Mrs. Carrenda, mentioned in passing.

Mrs. Ikkisfield

minor

Also known as old Mrs. Ikkisfield

An elderly neighbor of the Eigleens.

Mr. Ikkisfield

minor

Husband of Mrs. Ikkisfield, mentioned briefly.

Mr. Wraspane

minor

A minor character who appears in the village scenes.

Caireen

minor

A fairy-like being encountered by Eepersip in nature.

Flitterveen

minor

A magical creature who appears in the mountains.