Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl · Character
Mr. Bruce
Mrs. Bruce's husband, who supports Linda's freedom.
minor
First appearance: xxxiii a home found
Mr. Bruce shows up with force in Prejudice Against Color. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Orders meals to be sent to the room for Linda and baby Mary after the discrimination at the hotel.
Mr. Bruce first appears in 0036 xxxiii a home found.
In Prejudice Against Color: Orders meals to be sent to the room for Linda and baby Mary after the discrimination at the hotel.
Later, in A Visit to England: Wishes his daughter to visit relatives in England and entrusts her care to Linda.
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- Enslavers and Northern Helpers
- Linda's Support Network
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