Clotel · Character
Nell
Slave woman who helps Clotel during her escape.
minor
Also known as Ellen
First appearance: xix escape of clotel
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In XV: Today a Mistress, Tomorrow a Slave: Fellow servant who mocks Clotel's short hair and fair…
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