# The Peasants — Character guide

> Key figures in The Peasants by Władysław Reymont.

- [Yagna Borynova](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/yagna_borynova.md): Young, beautiful wife of old Maciej Boryna, central to the village conflicts.
- [Antek Boryna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/antek_boryna.md): Maciej's son, a passionate and rebellious farmer entangled with Yagna.
- [Hanka Boryna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/hanka_boryna.md): Antek's wife, a resilient and hardworking woman who endures hardship.
- [Maciej Boryna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/maciej_boryna.md): Wealthy, stubborn patriarch of the Boryna family and a respected farmer.
- [Yuzka Boryna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/yuzka_boryna.md): Young daughter of Maciej Boryna, often seen helping around the farm.
- [Matthew Golab](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/matthew_golab.md): A young, hot-headed peasant and suitor to Nastka.
- [Vitek](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/vitek.md): A farmhand working for the Borynas, loyal and observant.
- [Roch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/roch.md): A mysterious, pious wanderer who often advises the villagers.
- [Yanek](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/yanek.md): A young man from a wealthier family, involved with the village girls.
- [Kuba](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/kuba.md): A poor, kind-hearted peasant and friend to many in the village.
- [Yagustynka](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/yagustynka.md): An elderly, gossipy woman who knows everyone's business.
- [Simon the Soltys](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/simon_soltys.md): The village mayor, a figure of local authority and mediation.
- [Peter the Voyt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/peter_voyt.md): The village administrator, often involved in official matters.
- [Ambrose](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/ambrose.md): An old, wise peasant who offers counsel and commentary.
- [Dominikova](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/dominikova.md): A sharp-tongued widow and mother of Dominik.
- [Agata](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/agata.md): An old beggar woman, pitied and sometimes helped by the villagers.
- [Lipka Boryna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/lipka_boryna.md): A relative of the Borynas from the hamlet of Lipka.
- [Gregory the Voyt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/gregory_voyt.md): A former village voyt, often clashing with the new authorities.
- [Teresa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/teresa.md): A village woman, often the subject of gossip and romantic interest.
- [Nastka Golab](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/nastka_golab.md): Daughter of Matthew Golab, a young woman courted by several men.
- [Veronka Ploshka](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/veronka_ploshka.md): Daughter of Staho Ploshka, a young woman in the village.
- [Lapa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/lapa.md): An old peasant, often seen in the village tavern.
- [Yankel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/yankel.md): The Jewish tavern keeper, a key figure in village commerce.
- [Kozlova](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/kozlova.md): A village woman, known for her sharp tongue.
- [Franek Bylitsa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/franek_bylitsa.md): An old peasant, father of a large family.
- [Magda](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/magda.md): A servant girl, often working for the wealthier farmers.
- [Yacek](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/yacek.md): A young man from a neighboring village, a suitor.
- [Yasyek Topsy-turvy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/yasyek_topsy.md): A simple-minded village boy, often mocked.
- [Matthias Klemba](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/matthias_klemba.md): An old peasant, patriarch of the Klemba family.
- [Eva](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/eva.md): A young woman, briefly courted by Antek.
- [Michael Caban](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/michael_caban.md): A peasant, involved in village disputes.
- [Mary Balcerek](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/mary_balcerek.md): A neighbor, often helping with chores and gossip.
- [Voytek Kobus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/voytek_kobus.md): A peasant, often silent but present in village gatherings.
- [Burek](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/burek.md): A dog owned by a villager, mentioned in passing.
- [Valek the Wry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/valek_wry.md): A peasant with a physical deformity, often teased.
- [Krasula](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/krasula.md): A cow owned by a villager, mentioned in farm scenes.
- [Old Prychek](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/old_prychek.md): An elderly peasant, rarely seen outside his home.
- [Gregory Rakoski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/gregory_rakoski.md): A peasant from a different village, mentioned briefly.
- [Yendrek Boryna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/yendrek_boryna.md): A relative of the Borynas, possibly a son.
- [Martianna Paches](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/martianna_paches.md): Daughter of Andrew Paches, a village girl.
- [Bociek](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/bociek.md): A peasant, mentioned in a list of villagers.
- [Paul Boryna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/paul_boryna.md): A relative of the Borynas, mentioned briefly.
- [Voytek Gayda of Volitsa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/voytek_gayda.md): A peasant from Volitsa, mentioned in a list.
- [Maciek](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_peasants_se/characters/maciek.md): A young boy, mentioned in a village scene.

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