Remarkable Creatures

Main Characters and Their Development

• Mary Anning - the main protagonist, a talented fossil hunter from a poor family. She possesses a unique gift for finding and identifying fossils, leading to significant discoveries in paleontology. Throughout the book, she faces social and gender prejudices, but her passion and perseverance help her overcome challenges and gain recognition in the scientific community.
• Elizabeth Philpot - another main character who becomes a close friend of Mary. She is older and from a more affluent family but is also passionate about paleontology. Elizabeth supports Mary in her pursuits and helps her fight for recognition. Her character evolves from a curiosity about fossils to a deep friendship and respect for Mary, despite social differences.
• Colonel Birch - a collector and antiquarian who shows interest in Mary's work. He represents a typical man of the time who underestimates women but gradually begins to acknowledge Mary's contributions to science.