# Zuleika Dobson — Character guide

> Key figures in Zuleika Dobson by Max Beerbohm.

- [Duke of Dorset](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/duke_of_dorset.md): A proud Oxford undergraduate who falls hopelessly in love with Zuleika Dobson.
- [Zuleika Dobson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/zuleika_dobson.md): A beautiful and bewitching young woman who causes chaos among Oxford undergraduates.
- [Katie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/katie.md): Zuleika's devoted and modern-minded maid who accompanies her to Oxford.
- [Noaks](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/noaks.md): A small, earnest undergraduate at Judas College who adores Zuleika.
- [Mrs. Batch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/mrs_batch.md): The landlady of the Duke's lodgings, a practical and observant woman.
- [Mr. Abimelech V. Oover](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/mr_oover.md): An American Rhodes Scholar at Oxford who is smitten by Zuleika.
- [Duchess Meg](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/duchess_meg.md): The Duke's aunt, a wise and witty noblewoman who advises him.
- [Clarence](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/clarence.md): The Duke's loyal and long-suffering valet.
- [The MacQuern](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/the_macquern.md): A Scottish undergraduate at Oxford, proud and easily offended.
- [Humphrey Greddon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/humphrey_greddon.md): An undergraduate at Judas College, one of Zuleika's many admirers.
- [Mélisande](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/melisande.md): A mysterious and tragic figure from Zuleika's past, mentioned in her story.
- [Nellie O'Mora](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/nellie_omora.md): A beautiful Irish girl who once broke the Duke's heart.
- [Marguerite](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/marguerite.md): A former love interest of the Duke, mentioned in his romantic history.
- [Sir John Marraby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/sir_john_marraby.md): An older gentleman who interacts with the Duke and Zuleika.
- [Edward Gibbs](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/gibbs.md): A young undergraduate at Oxford, part of the student body.
- [Sir Harry Esson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/young_sir_harry_esson.md): A young baronet and Oxford undergraduate who admires Zuleika.
- [Laura Frith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/laura_frith.md): A young woman mentioned in passing, possibly a former acquaintance.
- [Miss Batch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/miss_batch.md): Mrs. Batch's daughter, who assists her mother.
- [Aunt Mabel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/aunt_mabel.md): An aunt of the Duke, mentioned in his family background.
- [The Warden](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/the_warden.md): The head of Judas College, a figure of authority.
- [Mr. Pedby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/mr_pedby.md): A tutor or don at Oxford, mentioned in academic contexts.
- [Lord Sayes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/lord_sayes.md): A nobleman mentioned in the Duke's social circle.
- [Barrett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/barrett.md): A servant or college employee, possibly a porter.
- [Marcella](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/marcella.md): A woman from the Duke's past, briefly referenced.
- [Mademoiselle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/mademoiselle.md): A Frenchwoman, possibly a governess or companion.
- [Mr. Druce](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/mr_druce.md): A visitor or acquaintance at the college.
- [Jessie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/jessie.md): A young woman mentioned in a story or anecdote.
- [Christopher Whitrid](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/christopher_whitrid.md): A knight or historical figure referenced in the narrative.
- [Mr. Trent-Garby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/mr_trent_garby.md): An undergraduate at Oxford, part of the student body.
- [Dr. Pusey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/dr_pusey.md): A historical Oxford figure, mentioned in passing.
- [Grand Duke Salamander](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/grand_duke_salamander.md): Zuleika's grandfather, a European royal figure.
- [The Frenchwoman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/the_frenchwoman.md): A mysterious Frenchwoman mentioned in Zuleika's past.
- [The Americans](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/the_americans.md): A group of American tourists visiting Oxford.
- [The Scot](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/the_scot.md): A Scottish undergraduate, possibly the MacQuern's friend.
- [The Junta](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/the_junta.md): A secret society or group of students at Oxford.
- [Prince Vierfüenfsechs-Siebenachtneun](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/prince_vierfuenfsechs.md): A foreign prince mentioned in a humorous context.
- [Alvarez](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/alvarez.md): A name mentioned in passing, possibly a musician or artist.
- [Mr. Smith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/mr_smith.md): A generic name used in a hypothetical or minor context.
- [Mr. Sargent](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/mr_sargent.md): A painter or artist referenced in the narrative.
- [Edward Joseph Craddock](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/zuleika_dobson_se/characters/joseph_craddock.md): An undergraduate at Oxford, briefly mentioned.

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