The Subjection of Women · Characters
Character guide
Key figures in The Subjection of Women by John Stuart Mill.
Narrator
major
Also known as Unknown, myself, mine
The unnamed first-person voice arguing for women's subjection and rights.
Her Master
supporting
Also known as her master, himself
The male authority figure in the domestic hierarchy discussed.
The Judge
minor
Also known as The judge who gives a just decision, himself
A metaphorical figure representing impartial justice in argument.
The Greeks
minor
Also known as the Greeks, The Greeks, their
Ancient Greek society referenced as a historical example of gender relations.
The English
minor
Also known as the English, The English
Contemporary English society used as a comparative case.
Christianity
minor
Also known as Christianity
The Christian religion discussed as an influence on women's status.
Charles V
minor
Also known as Charles the Fifth
Holy Roman Emperor cited as a historical example of power.
St. Paul
minor
Also known as St. Paul
Apostle whose writings on women are referenced in the argument.
Charles VIII
minor
Also known as Charles VIII
French king mentioned as a historical figure.
The Romans
minor
Also known as The Romans, their
Ancient Roman society referenced for its legal treatment of women.