Short Fiction · Character
Frederic Frew
A Philadelphia Democrat of sharp opinions and easy means, engaged to marry Nora Field, and cheerfully despised by her uncle as spoil from the Amalekites.
supporting
Also known as Frederic F. Frew, young Frew, Mr. Frederic F. Frew, Frew, Mr. Frew, Frederic, dear Fred, Fred
First appearance: the adventures of fred pickering
As a supporting figure in Short Fiction, Frederic Frew is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
American fiancé of Nora; supports her decision to marry simply.
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Frederic F. Frew is a well-travelled, well-read Pennsylvanian living on a modest inheritance, engaged to Nora Field after months in Liverpool on family business. He is kindly and generous but hard and narrow in his…
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Relationship types
- Romantic
- Other
Character groups
- Diverse Romantic & Comic Tales
- Rural Romance & Family
- Dramatic Island Stories
- Protagonist
- Tragic French Love
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- Nora Field
romantic · positive
Frederic Frew and Nora Field share a sweet, budding romantic relationship filled with… How this plays out →
- Nora Field
romantic · positive
Frederic Frew and Nora Field share a sweet, budding romantic relationship filled with… How this plays out →
- Nora Field
romantic · positive
Frederic Frew and Nora Field share a sweet, budding romantic relationship filled with… How this plays out →
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