Bardie

Bunny

Bardie and Bunny share a close, loyal friendship, often supporting each other through troubles.

Sir Philip Bampfylde

Bardie and Sir Philip are antagonists, with Bardie opposing Sir Philip's schemes and arrogance.

Sir Philip Bampfylde

Bardie and Sir Philip are antagonists, with Bardie opposing Sir Philip's schemes and arrogance.

Sir Philip Bampfylde

Bardie and Sir Philip are antagonists, with Bardie opposing Sir Philip's schemes and arrogance.

Bunny

Bardie and Bunny share a close, loyal friendship, often supporting each other through troubles.

Bunny

Bardie and Bunny share a close, loyal friendship, often supporting each other through troubles.

The Maid of Sker

The 'Maid of Sker,' a young girl of mysterious origin and significance.

He Lands an Unexpected Fish

The little child discovered asleep in the boat, described as a 'freight of pure innocence'.

V: A Little Orphan Mermaid

A tiny orphan girl found by Davy after a shipwreck. She is confused, tired, and asks for her family. Davy nicknames her 'Bardie'.

Finds a Home of Some Sort

A two-year-old girl rescued from the sea, shows remarkable cleanliness and cleverness, insists on cleaning a dirty stool before eating.

Boat Versus Bardie

The rescued child; Davy is concerned about her memory of events and plans to visit her.

VIII: Children Will Be Children

Shows good nature by sharing with Bunny, dances and plays with Watkin, speaks a mix of English and French, and expresses longing for her parents.

IX: Sandhills Turned to Sand-Holes

Mentioned with concern by Davy during the storm; Davy fears for her safety.

Under the Rock

Found asleep with Bunny in a sheltered spot, nestled in Bunny's lap.

XI: A Wrecker Wrecked

A little girl Davy rescued; she is playful and affectionate, calling Davy 'Old Davy'.

How to Sell Fish

Mentioned as being in the midst of disasters, causing Davy's heart to be sore and heavy.

The Coroner and the Coronet

Believed dead by Davy, but found alive and well; her voice and presence comfort him.

In Accordance with the Evidence

Brought into the inquest room by Hezekiah; shows distress and contempt for the coroner and clerk; clings to Davy for comfort.

XVI: Truth Lies Sometimes in a Well

Bardie is mentioned as Bunny, who tugs and clamours for breakfast, indicating her presence in Davy's household.

For a Little Change of Air

Bardie shows a flash of her old spirit but is pale, thin, and tearful. She plays with Bunny and goes to sea with Davy.

XVIII: Public Approbation

Says her prayers before bed, brings Davy good luck, and is lovingly cared for by Davy and Bunny.

Confidential Intercourse

Shows precocious behavior, talks to her doll Patty Green, and reveals memories of her family and a white dog.

Another Disappointment

Mentioned in Davy's memories as exceptional; Sir Philip gives money for her care.

Into Good Society

Plays with dolls on the sands, dines with Colonel Lougher and Lady Bluett, displays refined manners and knowledge of wine.

Sound Investments

Shows affection for Davy and playfully suggests being sold at market; is living with Moxy and Evan Thomas.

A Long Goodbye

Davy leaves his boat entirely to Bardie in his will.

XXVI: Braunton Burrows

Davy thinks of Bardie with regret, recalling her habit of watching ships and her promised fried pudding.

XXX: On Duty

Davy's heart yearns for Bardie, and he thinks of her while stuck in Barnstaple, longing to return home.

XXXII: Among the Savages

Mentioned in Davy's recollection of her word 'degustin' and in his concern not to speak of her actions under the willow tree.

Two Poor Children

The young lady for whom the narrator feels pity; she crosses the river to visit old women and Mother Bang.

A Fine Old Gentleman

Davy recalls Bardie fondly while thinking of apples, remembering her term 'appledies' and her little teeth marks.

Notice to Quit

Mentioned in Davy's plans for training Bunny as a barmaid, but not directly present in the chapter.

Forcible Ejectment

Davy worries about her health and living conditions at Sker.

The Little Maid, and the Midshipman

Still weak from illness, she defends Rodney when Davy scolds him.

XLIII: A Fine Price for Bardie

Dines with Davy and Bunny, shows refined manners, and later mimics Davy's singing, revealing she has overheard the plot.

Provides for Education

Davy's lawful granddaughter, who is to be educated by Master Roger Berkrolles; shows remarkable intelligence and curiosity during lessons.

Triple Education

Now about ten years old, she is a graceful child educated in a three-part system; she feels the sting of being dependent on charity and longs for a home and parents.

Great March of Intellect

Bright child of the new generation, torn between promises to marry Davy, Roger, and Bluett; begins to understand her orphaned state during the outing.

Beating Up for the Navy

Visits Davy aboard the Sealark off Porthcawl, along with Bunny and others.

Many Weak Moments

Watches over Davy devotedly during his recovery, sighing and listening to him.

In a Rocky Bower

Now a young woman, dressed plainly, she leads Bunny to her 'cradle' cove and discusses love and engagement.

LXII: A Rash Young Captain

Mentioned as one of the innocent creatures Davy hopes to restore to proper rank.

LXIV: Susan Quite Acquits Herself

Described as a lively, precocious child who called herself 'Bardie,' danced on tables, and spoke with charming mispronunciations.

LXV: So Does Poor Old Davy

Her boat is central to the chapter; Davy retrieves her jemmyset from Sker and tows the boat across the channel.

LXVI: The Maid at Last Is 'Dentified'

Not directly present in this chapter.