The Well of Loneliness · Character
Lady Massey
A society woman who visits Morton and gossips about Stephen.
minor
Also known as Massey
First appearance: book i
Lady Massey shows up with force in II. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A delicate, restless woman who befriends Stephen and Mary, mothering them and inviting them for Christmas.
Lady Massey first appears in 0003 book i.
In II: A delicate, restless woman who befriends Stephen and Mary, mothering them and inviting them for Christmas.
Later, in III: Hosts luncheons and dinners, enjoys receiving flowers, and maintains a warm correspondence with Stephen and Mary.
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- Core characters and family
- Minor war and literary references
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