# The Perennial Bachelor — Character guide

> Key figures in The Perennial Bachelor by Anne Parrish.

- [Maggie Campion](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/maggie_campion.md): The perennial bachelor's sister, central to the family drama and romantic entanglements.
- [Victor Campion](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/victor_campion.md): The perennial bachelor himself, whose indecision about marriage drives the plot.
- [Mamma Campion](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mamma_campion.md): The Campion matriarch, concerned with her children's marriages and social standing.
- [Lily Campion](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/lily_campion.md): Victor's sister, often overshadowed but involved in family dynamics.
- [Aunt Priscilla](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/aunt_priscilla.md): An elderly aunt with strong opinions and a distinctive way of speaking.
- [Lucy Hawthorn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/lucy_hawthorn.md): A young woman connected to the Campion circle, possibly a romantic interest.
- [Edward Post](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/edward_post.md): A suitor or family friend, involved in the social dynamics of the novel.
- [Daisy Blow](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/daisy_blow.md): A character with a name suggesting innocence, possibly a contrast to others.
- [Mr. Alfred Lacey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/alfred_lacey.md): A wealthy gentleman, possibly a suitor or financial figure in the plot.
- [Margaret Southmayd](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/margaret_southmayd.md): A woman whose name appears frequently, possibly a narrator or key figure.
- [Papa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/papa.md): The father figure in the Campion household, often referenced.
- [Cousin Lizzie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/cousin_lizzie.md): A cousin with a significant role in family gatherings and gossip.
- [Margery Page](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/margery_page.md): A character possibly confused with Maggie, but distinct in the narrative.
- [Miss Snaith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/miss_snaith.md): A woman with a recurring presence, possibly a governess or companion.
- [Airy Fairy Lilian](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/airy_fairy_lilian.md): A poetic or whimsical figure, possibly a nickname for a character.
- [Uncle Willie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/uncle_willie.md): An uncle, possibly with a jovial or problematic personality.
- [Mr. Robinson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mr_robinson.md): A gentleman mentioned in the social circle, possibly a suitor or friend.
- [Mrs. Hawthorn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mrs_hawthorn.md): Lucy's mother, part of the family network.
- [Mr. Menjou](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mr_menjou.md): A character with a French-sounding name, possibly a visitor or local.
- [Albert Leaf](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/albert_leaf.md): A member of the Leaf family, possibly a suitor or relative.
- [Prentice Page](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/prentice_page.md): A member of the Page family, possibly a young man with a role.
- [Miss Judy O'Connor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/miss_judy_oconnor.md): A woman with an Irish name, possibly a servant or local character.
- [Mr. Page](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mr_page.md): The patriarch of the Page family, possibly a neighbor.
- [Cousin Daisy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/cousin_daisy.md): Another cousin named Daisy, possibly confused with Daisy Blow.
- [Miss Hopper](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/miss_hopper.md): A woman with a recurring presence, possibly a spinster or friend.
- [Mrs. Mittendorf](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mrs_mittendorf.md): A married woman in the social circle, possibly a neighbor.
- [Fannie Leaf](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/fannie_leaf.md): A member of the Leaf family, possibly with a romantic subplot.
- [Fannie Page](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/fannie_page.md): A young woman from the Page family, possibly a friend of the Campions.
- [Willie Fitzgibbons](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/willie_fitzgibbons.md): A young man, possibly a suitor or local character.
- [Old Mother](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/old_mother.md): A generic older woman, possibly a servant or local figure.
- [Martha Washington](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/martha_washington.md): A historical name-drop, possibly used in a tableau or conversation.
- [Miss Hessie Farley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/miss_hessie_farley.md): A young woman with a name suggesting a specific role in the plot.
- [Miss Campion](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/miss_campion.md): An unmarried Campion woman, possibly a sister or aunt.
- [Mr. Neff](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mr_neff.md): A gentleman mentioned in the social circle.
- [Poor Victor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/poor_victor.md): Victor Campion, referred to with pity in certain contexts.
- [The Campions](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/the_campions.md): The extended Campion family, often referred to collectively.
- [Frank](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/frank.md): A character with a common name, possibly a servant or friend.
- [Cousin Sam](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/cousin_sam.md): A cousin, possibly with a jovial or problematic personality.
- [Jesus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/jesus.md): A religious reference, possibly in prayer or conversation.
- [Mrs. Jenkins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mrs_jenkins.md): A married woman, possibly a servant or neighbor.
- [Miss Proctor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/miss_proctor.md): A woman with a recurring presence, possibly a teacher or companion.
- [Dorothy Spear](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/dorothy_spear.md): A young woman, possibly a friend or romantic interest.
- [Old Chloe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/old_chloe.md): An older woman, possibly a servant with a name.
- [Cousin Jennie Blodgett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/cousin_jennie_blodgett.md): A cousin with a specific surname, possibly married.
- [Pompon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/pompon.md): A pet or a character with a whimsical name.
- [Trusty](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/trusty.md): A dog or a loyal servant, possibly named Trusty.
- [Old Toot](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/old_toot.md): A character with a nickname, possibly a child or elderly person.
- [Carpus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/carpus.md): A character with an unusual name, possibly a servant or foreigner.
- [Marcel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/marcel.md): A character with a French name, possibly a servant or visitor.
- [Mr. Marshall](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mr_marshall.md): A gentleman mentioned in the social circle.
- [Poor May](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/poor_may.md): Maggie Campion, referred to with pity in certain contexts.
- [Lady Peggy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/lady_peggy.md): A character with a title, possibly a nickname for Maggie.
- [Marie Antoinette](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/marie_antoinette.md): A historical figure, possibly referenced in a tableau.
- [Miss Lola](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/miss_lola.md): A woman with a stage name or nickname, possibly a performer.
- [Isabel Leaf](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/isabel_leaf.md): A member of the Leaf family, possibly a young woman.
- [John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/john.md): A common name, possibly a servant or child.
- [Mr. Thompson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mr_thompson.md): A gentleman mentioned in the social circle.
- [Sam Blow](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/sam_blow.md): A member of the Blow family, possibly married to Daisy.
- [Lossie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/lossie.md): A character with a nickname, possibly a child or pet.
- [Jake](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/jake.md): A common name, possibly a servant or laborer.
- [Mr. Bates](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mr_bates.md): A gentleman mentioned in the social circle.
- [Edward](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/edward.md): A character with a common name, possibly Edward Post.
- [Allen Jermayne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/allen_jermayne.md): A captain, possibly a military man or sailor.
- [Miss Martin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/miss_martin.md): A woman with a recurring presence, possibly a teacher or companion.
- [Stewy Grant](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/stewy_grant.md): A character with a nickname, possibly a young man.
- [Carter Thompson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/carter_thompson.md): A member of the Thompson family, possibly a young man.
- [Caesar](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/caesar.md): A historical name, possibly a pet or servant.
- [Jo](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/jo.md): A character with a nickname, possibly a relative.
- [Mercy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mercy.md): A character with a virtue name, possibly a servant.
- [Cobina](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/cobina.md): A character with an unusual name, possibly a socialite.
- [Margaret Campion](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/margaret_campion.md): A Campion with the full name, possibly Maggie's formal name.
- [Mr. Post](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mr_post.md): A member of the Post family, possibly Edward's father.
- [Lily Langtry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/lily_langtry.md): A historical figure, possibly referenced in conversation.
- [Bump](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/bump.md): A character with a nickname, possibly a child.
- [Mr. Baron](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mr_baron.md): A gentleman mentioned in the social circle.
- [Dolly](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/dolly.md): A character with a nickname, possibly a young woman.
- [Homer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/homer.md): A historical name, possibly referenced in a literary context.
- [Madame de Griche](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/madame_de_griche.md): A French woman, possibly a visitor or acquaintance.
- [Henry Allen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/henry_allen.md): An uncle, possibly with a specific role in the family.
- [Mr. B.](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mr_b.md): A gentleman referred to by initial, possibly to hide identity.
- [Emily](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/emily.md): A character with a common name, possibly a friend or relative.
- [Miss Perry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/miss_perry.md): A woman with a recurring presence, possibly a spinster.
- [Bonny](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/bonny.md): A character with a nickname, possibly a child or pet.
- [Mrs. Willie Campion](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mrs_willie_campion.md): The wife of Willie Campion, possibly a sister-in-law.
- [Sir Lancelot](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/sir_lancelot.md): A legendary figure, possibly referenced in a tableau.
- [Mrs. Latter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mrs_latter.md): An older married woman, possibly a neighbor.
- [Bessie Schmalsweiden](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/bessie_schmalsweiden.md): A character with a German-sounding surname, possibly a servant.
- [Mr. Craig](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mr_craig.md): A gentleman mentioned in the social circle.
- [Gregory Hart](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/gregory_hart.md): A character with a common name, possibly a suitor.
- [Frances Brincklerbee](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/frances_brincklerbee.md): A character whose name appears in the title, possibly a pseudonym.
- [Dr. Chase](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/dr_chase.md): A doctor, possibly a historical reference.
- [Brownie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/brownie.md): A character with a nickname, possibly a child or pet.
- [Ping Wing](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/ping_wing.md): A character with a Chinese-sounding name, possibly a servant.
- [Mr. Duncan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/mr_duncan.md): A gentleman mentioned in the social circle.
- [Maggie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/maggie.md): A character with a common name, possibly Maggie Campion.
- [Wellington Carter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/wellington_carter.md): A character with a full name, possibly a historical reference.
- [Stella](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_perennial_bachelor_se/characters/stella.md): A character with a name meaning star, possibly a young woman.

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