The Canterville Ghost

Main Characters and Their Development

• Sir Simon de Canterville — a restless ghost wandering the castle. His hauntings cease only after he finds peace through the actions of Virginia Otis.
• Virginia Otis — the young and kind-hearted daughter of the U.S. minister who moved to Canterville. She helps Sir Simon's ghost find peace by showing empathy and understanding for his suffering.
• Mr. Hiram B. Otis — the U.S. minister, a rational and practical man who moves his family into Canterville Castle and denies the existence of ghosts.
• Mrs. Lucretia Otis — Mr. Otis's wife, an attractive and composed woman who supports her husband and takes an interest in the family's life.
• Washington Otis — the eldest son of the family, practical and brave. He helps the family adapt to their new home and tackle its mysteries.
• The Otis Twins — the youngest and mischievous members of the family, who enjoy playing pranks that often lead to amusing situations.
• Lady Eleanor de Canterville — Sir Simon's mother. She does not appear directly in the story, but her history and fate influence Sir Simon's motives and behavior.