Magnificent Obsession · Character
Professor Garland
A professor of philosophy at the university.
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Also known as Professor Garland, Garland
First appearance: vii
Professor Garland shows up with force in IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Recalled by Nicholas as having praised Bobby's potential as a chemist, though noting Bobby's lack of need to work.
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