Charlie
Charlie is the recipient of the poem "Against Winter." He seems to be a stubborn sort of man, washed up after years of resolute changelessness. As winter approaches, Charlie does nothing to prepare. Simic describes him as a solitary, unmoving figure who waits motionless for the arrival of the winter.
Death
In "Eyes Fastened With Pins" Simic imagines Death as a person. He has a wife and daughters who await his return from work eagerly each day. Poor unfortunate Death is supposed to call upon many strangers in nearly impossible circumstances each day. He tries to find addresses which are wrong, often in the full force of the elements. At the end of the day, he misses spending time with his family because his job as grim reaper is so demanding.
Helen
She is the lover of the narrator of "Heights of Folly." Helen is compared to a type of odd bird. As she strolls along with her lover, she notices him becoming suddenly ecstatic with his delight of their present circumstances.
The 6-Legged Dog
This dog appears to be some sort of curiosity in "Country Fair." His owner throws a stick for him to fetch, which he does with the utmost awkwardness due to his extra appendages. He doesn't seem to mind the extra legs, having always had them, simply allowing the two furthest back to hang out behind him as he runs.
