Manhattan Transfer · Character
Frances Hildebrand
A bohemian artist and friend of the circle.
minor
Also known as Frances, Oh Frances, Hildebrand, Helena Frances Hildebrand, Francie, Frances Hildebrand, Jez Francie, Jez
First appearance: section i
Frances Hildebrand shows up with force in IV: Skyscraper. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Whimpers and expresses fear and desperation while with Dutch in the park.
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- Other
Character groups
- Bohemian and underworld figures
- Old New York and traditional values
- Protagonist
- Elite social climbers
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See Frances Hildebrand in section i