characters of the dolls house by katherine mansfield
The main characters in "The Doll's House" by Katherine Mansfield are:
- Kezia Burnell: The youngest of the Burnell sisters, Kezia is described as kind-hearted, imaginative, and sympathetic towards others. She is the one who is most fascinated by the doll's house and wants to share it with others, regardless of their social status.
- Isabel Burnell: The middle Burnell sister, Isabel is described as practical and sometimes bossy. She is the one who insists on not letting the Kelveys into the doll's house, as she is concerned about their social status.
- Lottie Burnell: The eldest Burnell sister, Lottie is described as shy and reserved. She is often overshadowed by her younger sisters, Kezia and Isabel.
- The Kelveys: Lil Kelvey and her sister Else are from a lower social class than the Burnells. They are often shunned and made fun of by the other children at school. Despite this, Lil is described as resilient and protective of her sister.
- The schoolchildren: The other children at the school who ostracize the Kelveys and treat them poorly due to their lower social standing. They are depicted as being ignorant and cruel.
- Aunt Beryl: The Burnell sisters' aunt who brings them the doll's house as a gift. She is portrayed as caring and well-intentioned, but also somewhat out of touch with the reality of the social dynamics at play.