The Help

Main Characters and Their Development

• Aibileen Clark - a middle-aged African American maid who works as a nanny, raising the children of white employers. Despite the loss of her own son, she maintains a love for children and a desire to do good. Her character development is marked by gaining the courage to speak the truth and uphold her dignity.
• Minny Jackson - another key figure among the African American maids. Known for her sharp tongue and inability to hold back, which often leads to trouble with employers. Throughout the story, she overcomes her fear of white employers, learning to value her own opinions and stance.
• Skeeter Phelan - a young white woman, an ambitious university graduate aspiring to become a writer. Unlike her peers, she critically views the racial prejudices in her society. Her development involves increasing awareness of social inequality and actively participating in the fight for the rights of African American maids.