The Maracot Deep · Characters
Character guide
Key figures in The Maracot Deep by Arthur Conan Doyle.
Dr. Maracot
major
Also known as Professor Maracot, Old Maracot, the Professor
Brilliant scientist leading a deep-sea expedition who discovers an ancient underwater civilization.
Bill Scanlan
major
Also known as Scanlan, Mr. Scanlan, Bob Scanlan
American engineer and adventurer, second-in-command on the deep-sea expedition.
Cyrus Headley
major
Also known as Mr. Cyrus Headley, Mr. Headley, Headley
Narrator and scientist accompanying the expedition, chronicling their discoveries.
Manda
supporting
Mysterious inhabitant of the underwater world who becomes a guide to the explorers.
The Doctor
supporting
Also known as Doc
Ship's physician on the expedition vessel, providing medical care and commentary.
Mona
supporting
Also known as Miss Mona
Young woman connected to the underwater civilization, possibly a princess.
Berbrix
supporting
Also known as Old Berbrix
Aged Atlantean priest or elder who holds ancient knowledge.
Warda
minor
Female inhabitant of the underwater realm, possibly a servant or attendant.
Captain Howie
minor
Also known as Poor Howie, old man Howie
Captain of the expedition ship, meets a tragic fate during the voyage.
Sir James Talbot
minor
Also known as Talbot
British scientist or financier involved with the expedition planning.
Baal
minor
Also known as Baal - seepa
Deity or high priest figure worshipped by the Atlanteans.
Mickey Scott
minor
Also known as Scott
Crew member on the expedition vessel, likely a sailor or technician.
Bo
minor
Young Atlantean boy who interacts with the explorers.
George
minor
Crew member or assistant on the expedition ship.
Mr. Faverger
minor
French scientist or colleague mentioned in the expedition context.