The Mysteries of Udolpho · Character
Bertrand
A servant of Montoni involved in the villainy.
minor
First appearance: xvii
Bertrand shows up with force in Chapter XXXI. The page is where that presence becomes real.
One of the guides escorting Emily through the glen; comments on the storm and the lance's flame.
Bertrand first appears in 0018 xvii.
In Chapter XXXI: One of the guides escorting Emily through the glen; comments on the storm and the lance's flame.
Later, in XXXII: Acts as Emily's guard during walks; his presence is a source of apprehension.
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- Other
Character groups
- Montoni's henchmen
- Emily's allies and friends
- Protagonist
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Bertrand in xvii