# The Return — Character guide

> Key figures in The Return by Walter de la Mare.

- [Arthur Lawford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/arthur_lawford.md): The protagonist, a man returning to his home and family after a long absence.
- [Sheila](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/sheila.md): Arthur's wife, who must adjust to his return and the changes in him.
- [Mrs. Lawford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/mrs_lawford.md): Arthur's mother, a strong-willed matriarch of the Lawford family.
- [Herbert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/herbert.md): Arthur's brother, who has been managing the family affairs.
- [Mr. Bethany](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/mr_bethany.md): A local clergyman and friend of the Lawford family.
- [Grisel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/grisel.md): A servant or dependent in the Lawford household, often anxious.
- [Alicia](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/alicia.md): A young woman connected to the Lawford family, possibly a relative.
- [Mr. Danton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/mr_danton.md): A mysterious stranger who arrives in the village.
- [Ada](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/ada.md): A servant in the Lawford household, prone to worry.
- [Dr. Simon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/dr_simon.md): The local doctor, attending to the Lawford family.
- [Craik](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/craik.md): A solicitor or business associate of the Lawfords.
- [Nicholas Sabathier](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/nicholas_sabathier.md): A figure from Arthur's past, possibly connected to his disappearance.
- [Dr. Ferguson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/dr_ferguson.md): A doctor involved in Arthur's case or a related mystery.
- [Miss Sinnet](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/miss_sinnet.md): A local woman, possibly a governess or teacher.
- [Mrs. Lovat](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/mrs_lovat.md): A neighbor or acquaintance of the Lawford family.
- [Mr. Critchett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/mr_critchett.md): A minor character, possibly a tradesman or official.
- [Quain](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/quain.md): A character with a brief but notable appearance.
- [Bettie Lovat](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/bettie_lovat.md): Daughter of Mrs. Lovat, a young woman in the village.
- [Wedderburn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/wedderburn.md): An older gentleman, possibly a friend of the family.
- [James Fortescue](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/james_fortescue.md): A friend or acquaintance of Arthur's from before his return.
- [Fanny Urquhart](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/fanny_urquhart.md): A woman mentioned in connection with past events.
- [Miss Bennett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/miss_bennett.md): A minor character, possibly a visitor or relative.
- [Sallie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/sallie.md): A servant or young woman in the household.
- [Mrs. Gull](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_return_se/characters/mrs_gull.md): A local woman, possibly a housekeeper or neighbor.

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