Persuasion Characters list

Anne Elliot

Anne Elliot is the protagonist of Jane Austen’s novel Persuasion. She is a kind-hearted, intelligent and caring woman who has been persuaded by her family to break off her engagement to Frederick Wentworth due to his lack of financial security. Over the years, she has grown to regret this decision and when she is given the opportunity to reconnect with Frederick, she must navigate her feelings and the opinions of those around her. Anne is a mature and introspective character who learns to trust her own judgement and follow her heart.

Captain Frederick Wentworth

Captain Frederick Wentworth is the male protagonist of Jane Austen’s novel Persuasion. He is a handsome and charming naval officer who was once engaged to the novel’s main character, Anne Elliot, but their engagement was broken due to social pressures. Throughout the novel, Captain Wentworth proves himself to be a brave and honorable man, and his feelings for Anne are gradually rekindled.

Sir Walter Elliot

Sir Walter Elliot is a vain and self-absorbed baronet who is obsessed with social status and looks down upon those beneath his class.

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