The House of Mirth · Character
Lord Hubert Dacey
An English aristocrat who visits New York society.
minor
Also known as Lord Hubert, Dacey
First appearance: xi
Lord Hubert Dacey shows up with force in Chapter I. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Lord Hubert is an old admirer of Lily and is involved in social negotiations for the Brys.
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In Chapter I: Lord Hubert is an old admirer of Lily and is involved in social negotiations for the Brys. Later, in Chapter II: Lord Hubert orchestrates the Duchess's visit and the dinner with the Brys, showing his…
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- High society insiders
- Peripheral and background figures
- Protagonist
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