# The Bushman — The Rector and The Doctor’s Family character guide

> The Bushman in The Rector and The Doctor’s Family by Margaret Oliphant.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** The Bushman, the Bushman

**First appearance:** 0005-the-doctor-s-family

## Who they are

A mysterious figure from abroad who appears briefly.

## Relationships

### [Nettie Underwood](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/nettie_underwood)

_social_

Nettie Underwood and The Bushman have a social acquaintance, likely through community or family connections.

### [Nettie Underwood](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/nettie_underwood)

_social_

Nettie Underwood and The Bushman have a social acquaintance, likely through community or family connections.

### [Nettie Underwood](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/nettie_underwood)

_social_

Nettie Underwood and The Bushman have a social acquaintance, likely through community or family connections.

## In the story

### [Chapter XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/chapters/xv)

The Australian gentleman whose constant visits have led to Nettie's decision to return to Australia.

### [Chapter XVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/chapters/xvi)

Embarrassed and uneasy, he awkwardly tries to reassure Nettie after the announcement.

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