Character guide

Mr. Salteena

major

Also known as Salteena, Poor Mr. Salteena, Mr. Salteenas

A middle-aged gentleman seeking social refinement and a wife.

Ethel Monticue

major

Also known as Ethel, Miss Monticue, Miss Ethel Monticue

A young lady who becomes the object of Mr. Salteena's affections.

Bernard Clark

major

Also known as Mr. Clark, Bernard, Mr. Bernard Clark

A wealthy friend of Mr. Salteena who hosts him in London.

Edward Procurio

supporting

Also known as Procurio

A theatrical acquaintance who performs at the Crystal Palace.

Horace

supporting

Also known as active Horace

A lively young man who socializes with the main characters.

Francis Minnit

supporting

Also known as Minnit

A friend who accompanies the group on outings.

Earl of Clincham

supporting

Also known as Clincham, lord Clincham, old Clincham, The Earl of Clincham, the Earl

An aristocratic neighbor who influences Mr. Salteena's social ambitions.

Lord Hyssops

minor

Also known as the Lord Hyssops, Hyssops

A nobleman encountered during the London social scene.

Alfred Salteena

minor

Also known as Alfred

A relative of Mr. Salteena who appears briefly.

Lady Gay Finchling

minor

A fashionable lady who attends social gatherings.

Alf

minor

A minor servant or acquaintance mentioned in passing.