Uncle Reubin Viney

Sensible, truthful and pious. Sir Oracle among the negroes. Can read some and is familiar with the Bible.

Damon Danridge

Courtly, intelligent and observant body servant to Rev. William Pinckney. His bow would have charmed Beau Brummel.

Ezra

Quite as much of a beau as Rosin, and not as pious as the prophet.

Frisby Jemes

A pupil of Uncle Reubin Viney. Afraid of shirks [sharks].

Scipio Jones

A firm believer in witches, ghosts and “spirits,” especially applejack.