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The Sound and the Fury · Character

Gerald Bland

A wealthy, arrogant Harvard student who antagonizes Quentin.

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Also known as Gerald, marster marse gerald, marse gerald

First appearance: June Second, 1910

Gerald Bland shows up with force in June Second, 1910. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A wealthy and arrogant student, frequently mentioned in Mrs.
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Gerald Bland first appears in 0001 june second 1910.

In June Second, 1910: A wealthy and arrogant student, frequently mentioned in Mrs. Bland's note and Quentin's sarcastic thoughts.

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JUJulioCCCaroline CompsonSPSpoadeMCMr. CompsonANAnseGBGerald Bland

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  • Quentin's Harvard Circle
  • Compson Family and Household

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