Swallows and Amazons · Character

Mother Walker

The Swallows' mother, who lets her children sail off to a lonely island and trusts them to come home with their honor intact.

supporting

Also known as Mother

First appearance: swallows and amazons

As a supporting figure in Swallows and Amazons, Mother Walker is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Mother waits at the gate with the telegram, reads it aloud to Roger, and gives him instructions to deliver the answer to the others.

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She gathers news of the children's doings through Mrs. Blackett and Mrs. Dixon, quietly amused by pirates and parrots alike. Her willingness to let John, Susan, Titty, and Roger camp alone is the permission slip the whole summer depends on, yet she watches the weather and the neighbors with a sailor's caution. When she rows out after the storm with cocoa, she proves the adventure has a safe harbor behind it.

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Story tension across the book.

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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John Walker
family · positive
John has a respectful and trusting relationship with his mother, who supports his… How this plays out →
Titty Walker
family · positive
Roger Walker
family · positive
Nancy Blackett
social · positive
John Walker
family · positive
John has a respectful and trusting relationship with his mother, who supports his… How this plays out →
John Walker
family · positive
John has a respectful and trusting relationship with his mother, who supports his… How this plays out →
Titty Walker
family · positive
Titty Walker
family · positive
Nancy Blackett
social · positive
Roger Walker
family · positive
Nancy Blackett
social · positive
Roger Walker
family · positive

John Walker
John has a respectful and trusting relationship with his mother, who supports his leadership of the children.
Titty Walker
Mother is affectionate and understanding with Titty, encouraging her imaginative nature.
Roger Walker
Mother is caring and patient with young Roger, managing his energetic nature.
Nancy Blackett
Mother is kindly and approving of Nancy, treating her as a welcome friend of her children.
John Walker
John has a respectful and trusting relationship with his mother, who supports his leadership of the children.
John Walker
John has a respectful and trusting relationship with his mother, who supports his leadership of the children.
Titty Walker
Mother is affectionate and understanding with Titty, encouraging her imaginative nature.
Titty Walker
Mother is affectionate and understanding with Titty, encouraging her imaginative nature.
Nancy Blackett
Mother is kindly and approving of Nancy, treating her as a welcome friend of her children.
Roger Walker
Mother is caring and patient with young Roger, managing his energetic nature.
Nancy Blackett
Mother is kindly and approving of Nancy, treating her as a welcome friend of her children.
Roger Walker
Mother is caring and patient with young Roger, managing his energetic nature.

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Mother Walker appears across 9 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

The Peak in Darien
Mother waits at the gate with the telegram, reads it aloud to Roger, and gives him instructions to deliver the answer to the others. She later meets the children at the farmhouse door, reminding them to be quiet because Vicky is asleep.
II: Making Ready
Mother sews the tents, advises on camping gear, and joins the children at the boathouse as Queen Elizabeth.
III: The Voyage to the Island
Mother visits the jetty before departure, provides matches, and waves goodbye with nurse and Vicky.
First Night on the Island
The female native brings supplies, lanterns, pillows, and a note, and arranges milk delivery from Dixon's Farm.
Island Life
Mother writes letters, provides fishing rods and supplies, and gives advice about swimming and vegetables.
The Birthday Party
Arrives as the 'female native' with Vicky and nurse for Vicky's birthday, bringing a hamper of food and small presents.
Robinson Crusoe and Man Friday
Arrives unexpectedly as Man Friday, cooks a meal with Titty, shares stories of her childhood, and offers to help with the Captain Flint situation.
Titty Alone
Mother had visited the island earlier and left; Titty recalls her plan to write to Mrs. Blackett about Captain Flint.
Taking Breath
Writes letters in the garden, discusses Captain Flint's accusation with John, and extracts a promise of no more night sailing.

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