# The Documents in the Case — Character guide

> Key figures in The Documents in the Case by Dorothy L. Sayers.

- [Margaret Harrison](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/margaret_harrison.md): A romantic, book-devouring wife whose vivid imagination and quiet suffering make her the still center of a household full of noise, suspicion, and appetite.
- [John Munting](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/john_munting.md): A novelist with a taste for analysis and a talent for being in the wrong place, he becomes the reluctant archivist of a death everyone wants explained away.
- [Harwood Lathom](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/harwood_lathom.md): A young painter of slapdash brilliance and careless charm, he turns the Harrison household into a studio of flattery, gossip, and dangerous proximity.
- [Paul Harrison](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/paul_harrison.md): The absent son and civil engineer whose dutiful letters home conceal a growing suspicion that his father's death was neither accident nor simple tragedy.
- [George Harrison](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/george_harrison.md): A peevish, methodical man of fungi and firm opinions, he writes to his son with the confidence of someone who has never once doubted his own judgment.
- [Agatha Milsom](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/agatha_milsom.md): A spinster of intense sympathies and unreliable nerves, she appoints herself Margaret's protector and the household's chief witness to everything she misunderstands.
- [Elizabeth Drake](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/elizabeth_drake.md): Elizabeth is the woman Munting writes to and, by his own wry admission, intends to marry — a partner whose intelligence he treats as a given. When Agatha Milsom's ravings land on her doorstep, she doesn't panic; she asks
- [Sir James Lubbock](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/sir_james_lubbock.md): Sir James moves easily among the Harrisons, close enough to be called Jim and to be on hand when the household's private troubles spill into public inquiry. His friendship gives him access to conversations and confidence
- [Dr. Waters](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/dr_waters.md): Dr. Waters is the medical man summoned when George Harrison is found dead at The Shack, and he arrives already convinced: a reserved man, in excellent spirits, felled by bad fungi. His evidence at the inquest is measured
- [Mr. Perry](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/mr_perry.md): A local figure; his interactions with the characters are noted.
- [Petra](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/petra.md): A character mentioned in correspondence; likely a friend or relative.
- [Mrs. Cutts](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/mrs_cutts.md): A character in the household; her role is peripheral.
- [Bungie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/bungie.md): A nickname used in letters; likely a close friend or family member.
- [Archie Cutts](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/archie_cutts.md): A young man; his actions are mentioned in the narrative.
- [Einstein](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/einstein.md): Referenced in discussion; not a character in the story.
- [Dr. Trevor](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/dr_trevor.md): A medical professional; his opinion is sought.
- [The Gorgon](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/the_gorgon.md): A metaphorical or nicknamed character; possibly a stern figure.
- [Olive Farebrother](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/olive_farebrother.md): Recipient of Agatha's letters; a friend.
- [Mrs. Munting](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/mrs_munting.md): John Munting's mother; appears in the background.
- [Ronnie Farebrother](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/ronnie_farebrother.md): A relative of Olive; mentioned in letters.
- [Dr. Leader](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/dr_leader.md): A doctor; his involvement is peripheral.
- [Mother](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/mother.md): A generic reference to someone's mother.
- [Harold Coffin](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/harold_coffin.md): A name mentioned; possibly a friend or colleague.
- [Dr. Hughes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/dr_hughes.md): A doctor; his opinion is referenced.
- [Amanita muscaria](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/amanita_muscaria.md): A type of mushroom; relevant to the plot.
- [Lolo](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/lolo.md): A name mentioned; possibly a pet or child.
- [Henry Trefusis](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_documents_in_the_case_se/characters/henry_trefusis.md): A name mentioned; possibly a relative.

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