# Wolf Solent — Character guide

> Key figures in Wolf Solent by John Cowper Powys.

- [Wolf Solent](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/wolf_solent.md): The protagonist, a young man returning to his native Dorset to work as a secretary.
- [Mrs. Solent](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/mrs_solent.md): Wolf's mother, a domineering and eccentric woman with a complex past.
- [Jason Otter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/jason_otter.md): A local landowner and Wolf's employer, a man of volatile temperament.
- [Christie Malakite](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/christie_malakite.md): A mysterious and alluring young woman who becomes a central figure in Wolf's life.
- [Gerda Torp](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/gerda_torp.md): A spirited and earthy young woman from the village, Wolf's eventual wife.
- [Darnley Otter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/darnley_otter.md): Jason Otter's younger brother, a gentle and scholarly man.
- [John Urquhart](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/john_urquhart.md): A cynical and wealthy antiquarian who employs Wolf for a historical project.
- [Selena Gault](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/selena_gault.md): An elderly, formidable woman with a deep connection to the Solent family history.
- [Mattie Smith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/mattie_smith.md): A servant in the Solent household, loyal and observant.
- [Bob Weevil](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/bob_weevil.md): A local tradesman and gossip, often involved in village affairs.
- [Olwen Smith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/olwen_smith.md): Mattie's younger sister, a delicate and imaginative girl.
- [Lord Carfax](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/lord_carfax.md): A local aristocrat and friend of the Urquhart family.
- [Roger Monk](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/roger_monk.md): A troubled young man with a tragic past, connected to the Redfern family.
- [Mr. Valley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/mr_valley.md): A nervous and eccentric schoolmaster in the village.
- [Mrs. Otter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/mrs_otter.md): Jason Otter's wife, a quiet and long-suffering woman.
- [Mrs. Torp](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/mrs_torp.md): Gerda's mother, a practical and sharp-tongued village woman.
- [Mr. Malakite](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/mr_malakite.md): Christie's father, a reclusive and eccentric figure.
- [Lobbie Torp](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/lobbie_torp.md): Gerda's younger brother, a simple and good-natured lad.
- [Mr. Smith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/mr_smith.md): Mattie and Olwen's father, a farmer with a troubled history.
- [Mr. Manley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/mr_manley.md): A local farmer and acquaintance of the Solent family.
- [Squire Urquhart](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/squire_urquhart.md): John Urquhart's father, the old-fashioned squire of the district.
- [Monk](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/monk.md): A servant or retainer in the Urquhart household.
- [Miss Malakite](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/miss_malakite.md): Christie's aunt or older relative, living with the Malakites.
- [Mrs. Herbert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/mrs_herbert.md): A mysterious woman mentioned in local gossip.
- [William Solent](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/william_solent.md): Wolf's deceased father, a figure of memory and speculation.
- [Mr. Redfern](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/mr_redfern.md): A deceased local man, father of Roger Monk.
- [Miss Elizabeth Round](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/miss_elizabeth_round.md): Mr. Round's daughter, a quiet young woman.
- [Matthew](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/matthew.md): An elderly relative or servant of the Solents.
- [John Torp](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/john_torp.md): Gerda's father, a hardworking but ineffectual man.
- [Dimity Stone](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/dimity_stone.md): An old woman living in the village, known for her wisdom.
- [James Redfern](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/james_redfern.md): A stable hand and son of the deceased Mr. Redfern.
- [Miss Mattie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/miss_mattie.md): A servant or companion in the Solent household.
- [Gaffer Barge](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/gaffer_barge.md): An old boatman or river worker in the village.
- [Ann Haggard Solent](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/ann_haggard_solent.md): Wolf's aunt, a figure from his family's past.
- [Farmer Manley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/farmer_manley.md): A local farmer, possibly related to Mr. Manley.
- [Mrs. Martin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/wolf_solent_se/characters/mrs_martin.md): A village woman, possibly a housekeeper.

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