Inscription
The poem is addressed to Dr. Burney, who is the author's father and moral guide, paralleling the role of Mr. Villars as a paternal figure.
Evelina
Evelina's guardian, who has raised her in seclusion at Berry Hill.
Letter I: Lady Howard to the Rev. Mr. Villars
Recipient of the letter; Lady Howard defers to his judgment regarding Evelina's future.
Letter II: Mr. Villars to Lady Howard
Writes to Lady Howard, explaining his reasons for keeping Evelina in England and recounting the tragic history of her mother.
Letter III: Lady Howard to the Rev. Mr. Villars
Recipient of the letter; his health has improved.
Letter IV: Mr. Villars to Lady Howard
Writes to Lady Howard, expressing his concerns about sending Evelina to London and detailing her upbringing.
Letter V: Mr. Villars to Lady Howard
Writes to Lady Howard, expressing his deep affection and concern for Evelina, whom he sends to her care.
Letter VI: Lady Howard to the Rev. Mr. Villars
Recipient of the letter; Lady Howard reassures him about Evelina's well-being.
Letter VII: Lady Howard to the Rev. Mr. Villars
The recipient of the letter; his permission is being sought for Evelina's journey.
Letter VIII: Evelina to the Rev. Mr. Villars
The recipient of Evelina's letter; she seeks his permission for the proposed journey.
Letter IX: Mr. Villars to Evelina
The author of the letter; he reluctantly grants Evelina permission to go to London, expressing his hopes and prayers for her safety.
Letter X: Evelina to the Rev. Mr. Villars
Recipient of the letter; Evelina addresses him with affection and seeks his approval.
Letter XV: Mr. Villars to Evelina
The writer of the letter, expressing his protective concern for Evelina and his long-foreseen contest with Madame Duval.
Letter XXII: Evelina in Continuation
Mr. Villars sends a supportive letter to Evelina, assuring her of his protection regarding Madame Duval.
Letter XXIV: Mr. Villars to Evelina
Mr. Villars writes the letter, revealing his deep anxiety, his disapproval of London society, and his hopes for Evelina's virtuous future in the country.
Letter XXVII: Lady Howard to the Rev. Mr. Villars
Recipient of Lady Howard's letter; she appeals to his judgment and candor regarding the lawsuit.
Letter XXVIII: Mr. Villars to Lady Howard
Writes to Lady Howard, explaining his past guardianship of Evelina and his objections to the proposed lawsuit.
Letter XXIX: Mr. Villars to Evelina
The writer, who expresses his internal conflict between paternal instinct and societal expectations.
Letter XXX: Evelina to the Rev. Mr. Villars
The recipient of the letter, addressed as her 'more than father' and the one she fears being torn from.
Letter XXXI: Lady Howard to Sir John Belmont, Bart
Praised as the venerable guardian who has carefully educated Evelina and deserves Sir John's warmest acknowledgments.
Letter XXXV: Sir John Belmont to Lady Howard
Mentioned as the one who proposes presenting the young lady and whom Sir John contrasts with himself.
Letter XXXVII: Mr. Villars to Evelina
The writer of the letter, expressing paternal concern and confusion over Sir John Belmont's hints.
Letter XXXVIII: Mr. Villars to Lady Howard
Writes to Lady Howard describing his difficult meeting with Madame Duval and his reluctant compromise.
Letter XXXIX: Mr. Villars to Evelina
The author of the letter, who reluctantly consents to Evelina's journey and offers paternal advice.
Letter XLIX: Mr. Villars to Evelina
Writes to express displeasure at Sir Clement's conduct, approve Evelina's charity, and announce plans for her return.
Letter L: Evelina to the Rev. Mr. Villars
Mr. Villars is the recipient of Evelina's letter, having sent her a present and a letter expressing doubts about Mr. Macartney.
Letter LVI: Mr. Villars to Evelina
Writes the letter, expressing deep affection and eagerness for Evelina's return.
Letter LVII: Evelina to Miss Mirvan
Requested Evelina's return via a letter to Madame Duval; welcomed her with deep emotion and gratitude.
Letter LVIII: Evelina to Miss Mirvan
Evelina's guardian, whose affectionate concern and unsuspecting praise of Lord Orville deepen her distress.
Letter LIX: Evelina in Continuation
Evelina's beloved guardian, whose tenderness and goodness she praises; she regrets not confiding in him about the letter.
Letter LX: Evelina in Continuation
Mr. Villars perceptively observes Evelina's distress, gently draws out her secret, and advises her on how to handle Lord Orville's insulting letter.
Letter LXI: Evelina in Continuation
Evelina's guardian, who insisted she travel to Bristol for her health and from whom she parted reluctantly.
Letter LXVII: Mr. Villars to Evelina
The author of the letter; he reveals his long-held observations of Evelina's feelings for Lord Orville and advises her to leave Bristol.
Letter LXXI: Evelina in Continuation
The recipient of Evelina's letter; she seeks his approval and directions.
Letter LXXIII: Mr. Villars to Evelina
Writes the letter, expressing his determination to clear the reputation of Evelina's mother and support Evelina's claim.
Letter LXXIV: Lady Belmont to Sir John Belmont
Mentioned as the benevolent guardian who has pledged to keep Evelina until Sir John Belmont accepts her.
Letter LXXVI: Evelina in Continuation
Evelina's guardian; she receives a letter from him and expresses her eternal gratitude.
Letter LXXIX: Evelina in Continuation
Mr. Villars is not present but is the ultimate authority Evelina looks to for approval; she writes to him for his decision on the marriage.
Letter LXXXIII: Mr. Villars to Evelina
The joyful and grateful father figure giving his consent and blessing.
Letter LXXXIV: Evelina to the Rev. Mr. Villars
The recipient of the letter, Evelina's beloved guardian.
