# Christabel — The History of Mr. Polly character guide

> Christabel in The History of Mr. Polly by H. G. Wells.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0020-v-mr-polly-takes-a-vacation

## Who they are

A young woman Mr. Polly meets during his travels.

## In the story

### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_history_of_mr_polly_se/chapters/vi)

Engages in playful banter with Mr. Polly, asks about his background, and agrees to meet again.

### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_history_of_mr_polly_se/chapters/vii)

Sits on the wall, encourages Mr. Polly's affections with a mix of cruelty and curiosity, but is exposed and embarrassed by her schoolmates.

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_history_of_mr_polly_se/chapters/ii)

Mr. Polly recalls a girl with red hair from his past, wondering what became of her and reflecting on the imperious call of beauty that signified nothing.

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