Dr. Wortle’s School · Character
Lord Bracy
Carstairs's peer father, who writes to Dr. Wortle with disarming frankness about his son's love for Mary and the perils of a long engagement.
supporting
Also known as Earl Bracy, the Earl
First appearance: part v vii lord bracy s letter
As a supporting figure in Dr. Wortle’s School, Lord Bracy is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
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Lord Bracy is a man of the world who values rank only as much as it is worth and would be content for his heir to marry a clergyman's daughter without money or title. His letter to the Doctor is generous, sensible, and…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Central school and clergy
- Gossip and social circle
- Protagonist
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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