Clara Peggotty

Agnes Wickfield

Agnes and Clara Peggotty share a warm, supportive bond as trusted confidantes in David's life.

David Copperfield

Clara Peggotty is David's devoted childhood nurse and lifelong maternal figure.

Mr. Barkis

Clara Peggotty marries the honest but taciturn Mr. Barkis, who famously declares 'Barkis is willin'.'

Little Em'ly

Clara Peggotty is a loving aunt figure to Little Em'ly, deeply concerned for her welfare.

David Copperfield

Clara Peggotty is David's devoted childhood nurse and lifelong maternal figure.

Agnes Wickfield

Agnes and Clara Peggotty share a warm, supportive bond as trusted confidantes in David's life.

Agnes Wickfield

Agnes and Clara Peggotty share a warm, supportive bond as trusted confidantes in David's life.

Little Em'ly

Clara Peggotty is a loving aunt figure to Little Em'ly, deeply concerned for her welfare.

Mr. Barkis

Clara Peggotty marries the honest but taciturn Mr. Barkis, who famously declares 'Barkis is willin'.'

Mr. Barkis

Clara Peggotty marries the honest but taciturn Mr. Barkis, who famously declares 'Barkis is willin'.'

David Copperfield

Clara Peggotty is David's devoted childhood nurse and lifelong maternal figure.

Little Em'ly

Clara Peggotty is a loving aunt figure to Little Em'ly, deeply concerned for her welfare.

David Copperfield

The family's loyal servant, who becomes a maternal figure to David.

II: I Observe

Shows disapproval of Mr. Murdstone's attentions, argues with David's mother, and comforts David.

I Have a Change

David's nurse; takes him to Yarmouth to visit her brother, and acts nervously upon their return home.

I Have a Change

Peggotty's brother; a kind, hospitable fisherman who lives in a boathouse and cares for his orphaned niece and nephew.

IV: I Fall Into Disgrace

Peggotty is mentioned as a confidante and witness to Clara's past competence, but she does not appear directly in the chapter.

My "First Half" at Salem House

David's kind friend who visits Salem House with Ham, bringing gifts and meeting Steerforth.

My Holidays. Especially One Happy Afternoon

The loyal family servant and David's confidante. She mediates between David's mother and the Murdstones, and is revealed to have received a marriage proposal from Mr. Barkis.

I Have a Memorable Birthday

The faithful servant who cared for Clara Copperfield in her final days, providing comfort and recounting her last moments to David.

I Become Neglected, and Am Provided For

Peggotty remains David's faithful friend, visiting him weekly and arranging for him to accompany her to Yarmouth.

Somebody Turns Up

Peggotty writes to David, reporting the sale of his childhood home and the departure of the Murdstones, and expresses her lingering fear of Miss Betsey.

Little Em'ly

Proudly speaks of his love for Em'ly and recounts Ham's honorable but unrequited love for her.

Little Em'ly

Hosts David and Steerforth, quickly adores Steerforth for his charm and kindness to David.

Some Old Scenes, and Some New People

Attends to Mr. Barkis; David stays in her spare room, feeling constrained by her daily care.

Some Old Scenes, and Some New People

Goes boating with Steerforth; his house is a gathering place.

XXIII: I Corroborate Mr. Dick, and Choose a Profession

Bids David a sorrowful farewell at Yarmouth; part of the family grieved by his departure.

A Loss

Opens the door for David, comforts Em'ly with pride and tenderness, and goes upstairs to inform Peggotty of David's arrival.

A Loss

Embraces David and thanks him for his comfort; reports that Mr. Barkis often spoke of David before falling into a stupor.

A Greater Loss

Peggotty mourns Mr. Barkis, inherits his estate, and returns to her brother's house where she learns of Em'ly's disappearance.

A Greater Loss

Mr. Peggotty is devastated by Em'ly's flight, reading her farewell letter with profound grief.

The Beginning of a Long Journey

Resolves to leave the old boat but keeps it as a symbol of hope for Em'ly's return; prepares for a long journey.

Blissful

David's former nurse, now a widow after Barkis's death; David helps her with legal and financial matters.

My Aunt Astonishes Me

Stays with David, is warmly greeted by Aunt Betsey, who insists on calling her by her married name Barkis.

Depression

Helps look after Betsey and is present during the discussions about the family's changed circumstances.

A Little Cold Water

Peggotty helps with domestic arrangements and returns home to care for Ham, expressing her love and support for David and Dora.

The Wanderer

Describes his long journey through France and Italy seeking Little Em'ly, showing his steadfast love and forgiveness.

XLIII: Another Retrospect

David's former nurse, comes to help clean and prepare the new home.

XLVI: Intelligence

Devoted uncle of Little Em'ly, who receives the news of her separation from Steerforth with quiet dignity and unwavering hope.

Martha

Accompanies David, shows profound compassion and horror, and asks Martha to help find his niece Little Em'ly.

Mr. Peggotty's Dream Comes True

Remains unwavering in his search for Emily, undertaking long journeys and saving money for her.

LI: The Beginning of a Longer Journey

Mr. Peggotty recounts the rescue of Little Em'ly and announces his plan to emigrate to Australia with her.

Mr. Micawber's Transactions

Mentioned as a trusted confidant for advancing money and being entrusted with part of his own story.

Tempest

David's old nurse; comes to London before the emigrant ship sails.

Tempest

Brother of Clara Peggotty; gives David Em'ly's letter and tries to dissuade him from traveling.

A Light Shines on My Way

Peggotty informs David that Aunt Betsey is in his study.

LXIII: A Visitor

An old, hearty, and robust man who has traveled from Australia to see David and Agnes. He shares news of his thriving life and of Little Em'ly.

A Last Retrospect

David's old nurse, now in spectacles, with shrivelled cheeks and arms, but still carrying the crocodile book as a precious relic for the children.