*Winston Smith- Member of the ruling party in near future london, he's 39, thin, and hates Totalitarian control (Protagonist)
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*Julia- Winston's lover, works at the Fiction Department at the Ministry of Truth; she enjoys sex and has many afffairs with party members. She is also sensual, pragmatic, and lives in the moment.
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*O' Brian- Mysterious, member of the Inner party, also a member of the Brotherhood.

*Big Brother- Never makes an appearence, ruler of oceania, his face is stamped on everything including coins, newspapers, and the televison. He is unavoidable.
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*Mr. Charrington- Supports Winston's rebellion against the party and his relationship with Julia.

*Syme- Works at the Ministry of Truth with Winston. Specializes in Language, outgoing and intelligent.

*Parsons- Dull party member, Obese, and obnoxious. Also works at the Ministy of Truth and lives near Winston.

*Emmanuel Goldstein- Never appears but makes an impact on the book. Legendary leader of the Brotherhood. He is the most dangerous man in Oceania.
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*Martin- O'Brien's servant, he is part of the organization. Seems to be trusted by O'Brien.