# The Plastic Age — Character guide

> Key figures in The Plastic Age by Percy Marks.

- [Hugh Carver](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/hugh_carver.md): A thoughtful college student navigating friendship, love, and identity at Sanford.
- [Cynthia Day](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/cynthia_day.md): A vibrant young woman who becomes a romantic interest and emotional anchor for Hugh.
- [Carl Peters](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/carl_peters.md): Hugh's close friend and confidant, often offering blunt advice.
- [Norry Parker](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/norry_parker.md): A charismatic and rebellious student who influences Hugh's social circle.
- [Jimmie Henley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/jimmie_henley.md): A friend of Hugh's, part of the campus social scene.
- [George Winsor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/george_winsor.md): A student and member of Hugh's extended friend group.
- [Harry Slade](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/harry_slade.md): A fellow student known for his easygoing manner.
- [Pudge Jamieson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/pudge_jamieson.md): A good-natured student and friend of Hugh.
- [Ted Allen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/ted_allen.md): A student who participates in campus activities.
- [Helen Simpson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/helen_simpson.md): A young woman who interacts with Hugh and his friends.
- [Janet Harton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/janet_harton.md): A female student with a presence in the social dynamics.
- [Wayne Gifford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/wayne_gifford.md): A student occasionally mentioned in the narrative.
- [Keith Nutter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/keith_nutter.md): A student mentioned among Hugh's acquaintances.
- [Hezekiah Sanford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/hezekiah_sanford.md): Founder of Sanford College, referenced historically.
- [Calvert of Raleigh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/calvert_of_raleigh.md): A historical figure mentioned in passing.
- [Freddy Dickson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/freddy_dickson.md): A student who appears in social settings.
- [Mr. Carver](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/mr_carver.md): Hugh's father, mentioned in correspondence.
- [Merton Billings](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/merton_billings.md): A student with limited narrative presence.
- [Larry Stillwell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/larry_stillwell.md): A student mentioned in the college context.
- [Mandel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/mandel.md): A minor character in the campus setting.
- [Marpessa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/marpessa.md): A poetic or mythological reference in the text.
- [Hester Sheville](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/hester_sheville.md): A female character with limited presence.
- [Adams](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/adams.md): A minor character in the college setting.
- [Mrs. Parker](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/mrs_parker.md): Norry Parker's mother, mentioned briefly.
- [President Culver](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/president_culver.md): The college president, a minor authority figure.
- [Professor Henley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_plastic_age_se/characters/professor_henley.md): A faculty member, possibly Jimmie's relative.

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