Anne Lister's people
and animals!

This project is an evolving open-access resource collecting names of people (and animals!) referred to by Anne Lister in her journals and letters. The goal is to provide context to Lister's narrative, enhancing the comprehension of her complex social network (and the myriad connections within it) as well as facilitate ongoing transcription work and subsequent research. 

The list started from sourcing the excellent WYAS Glossary of Names compilation published in December 2019, which began collecting names as early as 2003. As new figures emerge from the ongoing studies into Lister's life, the list evolves, integrating these discoveries to offer a more complete picture of the individuals Lister knew and met during her travels.

By creating an open project where anyone can view, add, edit we hope the list of names can become more comprehensive, detailed and up-to-date.