The Incredulity of Father Brown · Character
Harry Druce
A member of the Druce family.
minor
Also known as Harris, Druce, Harry
First appearance: the dagger with wings
Harry Druce shows up with force in The Oracle of the Dog. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Younger brother of Herbert, formerly in the Indian Police; suggests the tiepin as a possible weapon.
Harry Druce first appears in 0008 the dagger with wings.
In The Oracle of the Dog: Younger brother of Herbert, formerly in the Indian Police; suggests the tiepin as a possible weapon.
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Character groups
- Druce family intrigue
- Protagonist
- Curse and suspicion
- Gideon Wise affair
- Golden cross mystery
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See Harry Druce in the dagger with wings