The House of Mirth · Character
Freddy Van Osburgh
A young man from a wealthy family, part of the social circle.
minor
Also known as Freddy
First appearance: viii
Freddy Van Osburgh shows up with force in Chapter IX. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Freddy, the young heir to the Van Osburgh millions, is the center of attention in Mrs.
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In Chapter IX: Freddy, the young heir to the Van Osburgh millions, is the center of attention in Mrs. Hatch's circle. Lily is concerned…
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See Freddy Van Osburgh in viii