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The Narrator

This character is a young girl who is never mentioned by name. Her family sends her to stay with family for the summer.

John Kinsella

This character is married and has a farm. His son died from drowning as a young boy.

Edna Kinsella

This character is married and lives on a farm. Her son died from drowning as a young boy.

Dan

This character is married and is the father of many children. He gambles and does not provide for his family.

Mary

This character is married and the mother of many children. She works hard and tries to make the money she has spread as far as possible.

Mildred

This character is a gossip and busybody.

Boy Kinsella

This character was the son of a farmer and his wife. He died from drowning before the novel opens.

New Baby

This character is the youngest in...

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