# Lily — Laughing Boy character guide

> Lily in Laughing Boy by Oliver La Farge.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Lillian

**First appearance:** 0032-viii

## Who they are

A white woman, possibly a teacher or missionary.

## In the story

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/laughing_boy_se/chapters/ii)

Addressed by the American guide using her school name 'Lily'; she dismisses him with a measuring glance.

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/laughing_boy_se/chapters/ii)

Referenced as 'Lillian' in Slim Girl's memory of Mr. Waters' compliment.

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