# The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner — Character guide

> Key figures in The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner by James Hogg.

- [George Colwan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/george_colwan.md): A young laird, central to the narrative, who becomes entangled in a deadly rivalry.
- [Robert Wringhim](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/robert_wringhim.md): A fanatical young man who believes he is justified in his actions, leading to tragedy.
- [Mrs. Logan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/mrs_logan.md): A housekeeper and confidante who investigates strange events surrounding the Colwan family.
- [John Barnet](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/john_barnet.md): An old servant of the Colwan family, loyal and observant.
- [Thomas Drummond](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/thomas_drummond.md): A friend of George Colwan, involved in the events leading to the conflict.
- [Mrs. Calvert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/mrs_calvert.md): A woman with knowledge of the darker secrets surrounding the Colwan family.
- [Mr. Blanchard](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/mr_blanchard.md): A minister who confronts Robert Wringhim about his dangerous theology.
- [Miss Logan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/miss_logan.md): A relative of Mrs. Logan, assisting in her investigations.
- [Robin Ruthven](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/robin_ruthven.md): A local man who provides information about the Colwan family history.
- [M'Gill](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/mcgill.md): A lawyer involved in the legal affairs of the Colwan estate.
- [Lady Dalcastle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/lady_dalcastle.md): The mother of George Colwan, a figure from the past with a troubled history.
- [Andrew Handyside](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/andrew_handyside.md): A servant who witnesses key events and reports them.
- [James Hogg](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/james_hogg.md): The author who appears as a character in the framing narrative.
- [Master Whigham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/master_whigham.md): A schoolmaster who interacts with the young Robert Wringhim.
- [Adam Gordon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/adam_gordon.md): A friend of George Colwan, present during the fatal duel.
- [Samuel Scrape](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/samuel_scrape.md): A minor character who appears in the narrative.
- [Mr. James Watson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/mr_james_watson.md): A printer involved in publishing the confessions.
- [Linkum](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/linkum.md): A lawyer who represents Robert Wringhim in legal matters.
- [Gil-Martin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/gil_martin.md): A mysterious figure who influences Robert Wringhim, possibly supernatural.
- [Sir Thomas Wallace of Craigie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/sir_thomas_wallace.md): A historical figure mentioned in the narrative.
- [Old Dal](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/old_dal.md): A nickname for the Laird of Dalcastle, father of George.
- [Arabella Calvert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/arabella_calvert.md): A woman with a past connected to the Colwan family.
- [James Anderson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/james_anderson.md): A minister who appears in the narrative.
- [Mrs. Colwan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/mrs_colwan.md): The mother of George Colwan, mentioned in the family history.
- [Mr. David Anderson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/mr_david_anderson.md): A minister who interacts with Robert Wringhim.
- [Baillie Orde](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/baillie_orde.md): A magistrate involved in the legal proceedings.
- [Mr. Wilson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/mr_wilson.md): A minor character mentioned in the narrative.
- [Penpunt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/penpunt.md): A minor character mentioned in the narrative.
- [Auld John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/auld_john.md): An old servant mentioned in the narrative.
- [Walker](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_private_memoirs_and_confessions_of_a_justifi_se/characters/walker.md): A minor character mentioned in the narrative.

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