# The Monster — Character guide

> Key figures in The Monster by Edgar Saltus.

- [Leilah Verplank](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/leilah_verplank.md): A central figure whose marriages and identity drive much of the plot.
- [Violet Silverstairs](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/violet_silverstairs.md): A prominent socialite entangled in the intrigues of the Verplank circle.
- [Barouffski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/barouffski.md): A flamboyant count whose actions create scandal and conflict.
- [Howard Tempest](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/howard_tempest.md): A lord with a mysterious past and ties to the Verplank family.
- [Aurelia](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/aurelia.md): A woman of strong emotions and a key player in romantic entanglements.
- [Gulian](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/gulian.md): A mysterious figure whose presence unsettles the other characters.
- [De Fresnoy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/de_fresnoy.md): A nobleman involved in the social machinations of the story.
- [Count Kasimiérz Barouffski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/count_kasimierz_barouffski.md): The elder count, father or relative of the younger Barouffski.
- [D'Arcy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/d_arcy.md): A gentleman with a sharp wit and a role in the social drama.
- [Emmanuel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/emmanuel.md): A servant or attendant who observes the main events.
- [Mrs. Verplank](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/mrs_verplank.md): The matriarch of the Verplank family, a formidable presence.
- [Lady Silverstairs](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/lady_silverstairs.md): The mother of Violet Silverstairs, a social arbiter.
- [Lord Buttercups](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/lord_buttercups.md): A bumbling aristocrat who provides comic relief.
- [Madame Barouffska](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/madame_barouffska.md): The countess, wife of the elder Barouffski.
- [Tyszkiewicz](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/tyszkiewicz.md): A Polish nobleman who appears in social gatherings.
- [Lord Silverstairs](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/lord_silverstairs.md): The father of Violet, a quiet but influential lord.
- [The Master](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/the_master.md): A mysterious authority figure referenced by servants.
- [Palencia](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/palencia.md): A Spanish or Italian visitor with a brief role.
- [Baronne de Fresnoy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/baronne_de_fresnoy.md): A young baroness, possibly a relative of De Fresnoy.
- [Mme. de Joyeuse](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/mme_de_joyeuse.md): A French noblewoman who hosts social events.
- [Madame Verplank](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/madame_verplank.md): Another Verplank matriarch, possibly Leilah's mother.
- [Louis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/louis.md): A servant or minor character in the household.
- [The Helley-Quetgens](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/the_helley_quetgens.md): A family or couple mentioned in social circles.
- [Léopold](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/leopold.md): A minor character, possibly a musician or artist.
- [Ernestine](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/ernestine.md): A maid or companion to one of the main ladies.
- [Hilda Hemingway](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/hilda_hemingway.md): An Englishwoman who visits the social scene.
- [The Vidya](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/the_vidya.md): A mysterious Eastern figure or concept referenced.
- [Miss Ogston](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/miss_ogston.md): A young woman who appears in a social context.
- [Apollonius](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/apollonius.md): A classical reference or minor character name.
- [Marguerite](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/marguerite.md): A historical figure referenced in conversation.
- [Madame la princesse Zubaroff](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_monster_se/characters/madame_la_princesse_zubaroff.md): A Russian princess mentioned in society.

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