Cyril

Anthea

Anthea and Cyril are siblings who often collaborate and lead their adventures together, with Anthea being more cautious and Cyril more daring.

Jane

Cyril and Jane are brother and sister, with Cyril often teasing Jane but also protecting her during their magical exploits.

The Babylonian Queen

Cyril develops a friendly and respectful rapport with the Babylonian Queen, often engaging her in conversation about her ancient world.

Robert

Cyril and Robert are brothers who share a competitive but affectionate relationship, often vying for leadership in their adventures.

The Psammead

Cyril treats the Psammead with a mix of respect and impatience, often bargaining with it for wishes.

The Priest

Cyril interacts with the Priest as a guide and authority figure in ancient settings, respecting his knowledge but sometimes clashing with his rules.

Old Nurse

Cyril has a casual, affectionate relationship with the Old Nurse, often ignoring her scolding but valuing her care.

Mother

Cyril loves his mother but is more independent, often downplaying his adventures to avoid worrying her.

Jane

Cyril and Jane are brother and sister, with Cyril often teasing Jane but also protecting her during their magical exploits.

Anthea

Anthea and Cyril are siblings who often collaborate and lead their adventures together, with Anthea being more cautious and Cyril more daring.

The Babylonian Queen

Cyril develops a friendly and respectful rapport with the Babylonian Queen, often engaging her in conversation about her ancient world.

The Babylonian Queen

Cyril develops a friendly and respectful rapport with the Babylonian Queen, often engaging her in conversation about her ancient world.

The Story of the Amulet

One of the children involved in the adventures with the Psammead and the amulet.

I: The Psammead

Cyril negotiates with the pet shop owner and explains the Psammead's instructions to the others.

II: The Half Amulet

Cyril returns from the shop dejected after failing to retrieve the other half of the amulet. He reports the shopkeeper's refusal to refund or exchange.

III: The Past

Takes the lead in speaking to the learned gentleman and asks the Amulet's voice about the missing half.

The Fight in the Village

Cyril leads the escape through the Amulet arch and later defends the children against accusations of being spies.

VI: The Way to Babylon

Eager to use the charm again and suggests going to Babylon. He leads the group in planning the journey.

VII: “The Deepest Dungeon Below the Castle Moat”

Interrupts the Queen's justice to question her logic; suggests enjoying the banquet despite worries.

VIII: The Queen in London

Cyril attempts to explain the vote to the Queen and later goes to feed ducks in St. James's Park.

Atlantis

Injured during a statue game; agrees to visit Atlantis; pushes the learned gentleman through the Amulet arch.

X: The Little Black Girl and Julius Caesar

Cyril is thoughtful and analytical, pondering the implications of their adventures and trying to understand everything.

XI: Before Pharaoh

Proposes going among common people; demonstrates matches and candle before Pharaoh; devises plan to impress the guard.

XII: The Sorry-Present and the Expelled Little Boy

Suggests that searching the Past for the Amulet is futile; helps create the sorry-present.

The Shipwreck on the Tin Islands

Feels unwell during the voyage and comments on the shipwreck and the Tyrian captain's anger.

XIV: The Heart's Desire

Cyril accompanies the group to the magic show and comments on the conjuring compared to Babylonian magic.