The Good Soldier · Character
Mrs. Colonel Whelan
A social acquaintance mentioned in the narrative.
minor
Also known as A Mrs. Colonel Whelan
First appearance: part i i
Mrs. Colonel Whelan shows up with force in IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Described as the only sensible person connected with the Ashburnhams; she advises Leonora to go to London after hearing of Edward's behavior.
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- Breaking point
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See Mrs. Colonel Whelan in part i i