Character List

Ben Winthrop A wheelwright, Dolly's husband, a humorous man who enjoys the company and the drink at the Rainbow.

Jem Rodney A poacher. At first, Silas suspects him of stealing his gold because Jem had once sat too long by Silas' fire.

Solomon Macey A locally famous fiddler, brother of the tailor.

Mr. Osgood The uncle of Nancy and Priscilla, his sister having married Mr. Lammeter.

Mrs. Osgood She and Nancy are very close despite being related only by marriage.

Mr. Crackenthorp Rector of the church at Raveloe. He sets an example in eating, drinking, and dancing, as well as in religious observances.

Mrs. Crackenthorp "A small blinking woman who fidgeted incessantly."

Dr. Kimble An apothecary, called "doctor" by tradition, although he has no diploma. He is Godfrey's uncle and godfather.

Mrs. Kimble Wife of the doctor and sister of Squire Cass. "Her diameter was in direct proportion" to her dignity, which is very great.

The Misses Gunn Guests at the New Year's dance. They come from higher society and are dressed in the height of fashion.

Miss Ladbrook A less fashionable guest at the dance.

Mr. Paston Silas' old minister at Lantern Yard.

Sarah The woman to whom Silas was engaged at Lantern Yard.

Bob Cass One of Godfrey's two other brothers, in addition to Dunstan.

Jane Nancy's serving maid after her marriage to Godfrey.

Bryce The acquaintance to whom Dunstan sells Godfrey's horse, Wildfire, at the hunt at Batherly.


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