Characters from Mary Barton

Character Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major characters in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Characters

Mary Barton - This character is the protagonist of the novel.

John Barton - This character kills one of the mill masters.

Jem Wilson - This character is falsely accused of murder.

Esther - This character becomes a prostitute after running away from home.

Margaret Jennings - This character is a successful singer.

George Wilson - This character has twin sons who die.

Job Legh - This character enjoys collecting insects.

Alice Wilson - This character suffers a stroke.

Will Wilson - This character is a sailor but returns home to testify in...
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