# The Phoenix and the Carpet — Character guide

> Key figures in The Phoenix and the Carpet by E. Nesbit.

- [Anthea](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/anthea.md): One of the four children who discovers the Phoenix and the magic carpet.
- [Cyril](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/cyril.md): The eldest boy among the children, often practical and cautious.
- [Robert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/robert.md): One of the four children, sometimes impulsive but loyal.
- [Jane](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/jane.md): The youngest girl among the children, often sensible and kind.
- [The Phoenix](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/the_phoenix.md): A magical golden bird who hatches from an egg and guides the children's adventures.
- [The Lamb](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/the_lamb.md): The youngest sibling, a toddler often left behind or causing trouble.
- [Mother](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/mother.md): The children's mother, who is often away or busy with household matters.
- [Father](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/father.md): The children's father, a writer who works at home.
- [Mrs. Biddle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/mrs_biddle.md): The children's cook, who is initially stern but later becomes kinder.
- [The Reverend Septimus Blenkinsop](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/the_reverend_septimus_blenkinsop.md): A clergyman who becomes involved with the children's adventures.
- [Miss Peasmarsh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/miss_peasmarsh.md): A poor woman whom the children try to help with the carpet.
- [Eliza](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/eliza.md): A historical figure briefly encountered via the magic carpet.
- [Selina](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/selina.md): An aunt of the children who visits and interacts with them.
- [Urb](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/urb.md): A minor character encountered during the children's travels.
- [Henri](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/henri.md): A French boy the children meet on their adventures.
- [Panther](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/panther.md): A nickname for one of the children or a pet.
- [Mrs. Wigson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/mrs_wigson.md): A neighbor or acquaintance of the family.
- [Bobs](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/bobs.md): A pet or nickname for a minor character.
- [The High Priest](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/the_high_priest.md): A figure from the Phoenix's past in ancient times.
- [Aunt Emma](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/aunt_emma.md): An aunt of the children who appears briefly.
- [Amelia](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/amelia.md): An aunt or family friend of the children.
- [Panty](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/panty.md): A nickname for a minor character or pet.
- [Daisy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/daisy.md): A minor character encountered during the story.
- [Burglar](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/burglar.md): A burglar who breaks into the house and is caught.
- [Zulieka](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/zulieka.md): A character from the Phoenix's past adventures.
- [The Psammead](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/the_psammead.md): A sand-fairy from a previous story, briefly mentioned.
- [Aggety](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_phoenix_and_the_carpet_se/characters/aggety.md): A nonsense name used in a rhyme or game.

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