# Mrs. French — Clotel character guide

> Mrs. French in Clotel by William Wells Brown.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Mr. James French, Mr. French, Jim

**First appearance:** 0022-xix-escape-of-clotel

## Who they are

Woman who helps slaves escape via the Underground Railroad.

## In the story

### [XV: Today a Mistress, Tomorrow a Slave](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clotel_se/chapters/xv-today-a-mistress-tomorrow-a-slave)

Cruel mistress in Vicksburg; orders Clotel to cut her hair and treats her harshly.

### [XIX: Escape of Clotel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clotel_se/chapters/xix-escape-of-clotel)

Mr. French is Clotel's new master in Vicksburg, who tries to win her favor with flattery and presents but is ultimately unsuccessful.

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