Lettie Hempstock

Lettie Hempstock is a character from Neil Gaiman’s novel "The Ocean at the End of the Lane." She is depicted as a wise, ancient woman with mystical knowledge, embodying qualities of timelessness and protectiveness. Lettie has a deep connection to the natural and magical world, often acting as a guardian figure to the protagonist. Her presence blurs the line between reality and fantasy, representing themes of memory, childhood innocence, and the enduring power of stories. Overall, she symbolizes a gentle, yet formidable, force of understanding and reassurance beyond ordinary human experience.