Characters

In Philip Pullman’s "His Dark Materials," fantasy and adventure intertwine through characters like Lyra Belacqua, a curious and spirited girl, and Will Parry, a boy from a different world. Key figures include Lord Asriel, a charismatic and ambitious scholar, and Mrs. Coulter, a complex and manipulative antagonist, all navigating themes of free will, power, and the mysterious substance known as Dust.