# Mrs. Hudson Bart — The House of Mirth character guide

> Mrs. Hudson Bart in The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Mrs. Bart, Hudson

**First appearance:** 0001-i

## Who they are

Lily's mother, who raised her to value wealth and social position.

## In the story

### [Chapter III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_house_of_mirth_se/chapters/iii)

Portrayed as a 'wonderful manager' who prioritizes appearances and instills in Lily a disdain for poverty and a focus on beauty as a means of advancement.

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