Mr. John Pendleton
Chapter 9 - Which Tells of the Man
John Pendleton — aliases: the Man
The Man initially ignores Pollyanna’s greetings before abruptly stopping to scowl at her, eventually offering a stiff 'good afternoon' that breaks years of silence. He is identified by Nancy as a wealthy, lonely recluse who travels to heathen countries and writes books, living frugily despite his fortune.
Chapter 13 - In Pendleton Woods
John Pendleton / Mr. Pendleton — aliases: the Man
Pendleton lies injured at the foot of a rock ledge, initially snapping at Pollyanna before directing her to his house to summon Dr. Chilton. He accepts her help in positioning his head, watching her with a grim smile as she demonstrates her unwavering cheerfulness despite his harsh demeanor.
Chapter 15 - Dr. Chilton
John Pendleton — aliases: the man, Mr. Pendleton
John Pendleton lies injured in bed, initially hostile but gradually laughing at Pollyanna's absurd logic about being glad he only broke one leg and didn't save money for himself. He is stunned when she reveals she knows he saves money for the heathen, and appears visibly white and longing when he realizes she lives with Miss Polly Harrington, becoming distant when she confirms the jelly was not from her aunt.
Chapter 17 - "Just Like a Book"
John Pendleton — aliases: Mr. Pendleton
John Pendleton smiles at Pollyanna and thanks her for her past visits and the jelly, noting her bravery. He retrieves a carved box filled with travel curiosities to show her, sharing entertaining stories about each item. He admits that he previously wanted to avoid her because she reminded him of painful memories, but confesses that his loneliness now makes him eager to see her often.
Chapter 18 - Prisms
Pendleton / John — aliases: Mr. Pendleton
Pendleton explains how the rainbow appeared on his pillow and orders his maid to retrieve a candelabrum to create a rainbow effect in the room. He listens to Pollyanna's explanation of her game and tenderly tells her that she is the finest prism of all.
Chapter 19 - Which is Somewhat Surprising
Mr. Pendleton / John Pendleton
彭德尔顿抱怨波莉安娜因上学而缺席，请求她与自己同住，并透露了自己一生未能将昔日爱人接回家中的遗憾。当波莉安娜提议波莉姨妈也加入他们时，他感到极度恐惧，恳求她对此事守口如瓶，直到医生出现并检查了他加速的心跳。
Chapter 20 - Which is More Surprising
Pendleton / John Pendleton / Mr. John Pendleton
彭德尔顿先生焦虑地琢磨着波莉安娜之前关于他和波莉小姐之间浪漫关系的说法，最终透露他很久以前就爱着波莉安娜的母亲珍妮。他坦承自己深深的孤独与财富，请求波莉安娜与他同住以分享他的幸福，但当波莉安娜透露她已将计划告知奇尔顿医生时，他变得烦躁不安。
Chapter 21 - A Question Answered
John Pendleton — aliases: Mr. Pendleton
John Pendleton sits in his library, initially resentful when Pollyanna declines to live with him. He expresses a preference for lonesomeness over taking in Jimmy Bean. However, after Pollyanna reveals the secret of his 'skeleton in the closet,' he laughs heartily, breaking his gloom. He listens to Pollyanna's story about Jimmy Bean and agrees to invite the boy to call on him.
Chapter 24 - John Pendleton
John Pendleton — aliases: Mr. Pendleton
John Pendleton arrives at the Harrington house to visit Pollyanna. He meets with Miss Polly, asks about her niece's condition, and reveals that he has tried to adopt her, offering her his inheritance and twenty-five years of stored affection. He is stunned to learn Pollyanna refused to leave her aunt and departs after Miss Polly promises to update him.
Chapter 27 - Two Visits
John Pendleton / Pendleton — aliases: the man, the master
Pendleton receives the news of Pollyanna's condition with palpable emotion, mourning her lost ability to dance. He visits Miss Polly to announce his decision to adopt Jimmy Bean, insisting that Pollyanna will be glad of this development, before departing abruptly.
Chapter 29 - Through an Open Window
Pendleton / John Pendleton
John Pendleton listens to Dr. Chilton's proposal to cure Pollyanna and his frustration over his inability to visit due to professional pride. He agrees that Miss Polly must be made to invite the doctor, and joins him in despair over how to achieve this without violating Miss Polly's pride.