The Wings of the Dove · Character

Lionel Croy

Kate's disreputable, estranged father who seeks money from her.

minor

Also known as Mr. Croy, So Mr. Croy

Lionel Croy's tie to Milly Theale is one of the pressures that moves The Wings of the Dove—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

Kate's father, who tries to guilt her into staying with him.

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With Milly Theale (social): Kate's disgraced father briefly interacts with Milly, representing the Croy family's desperation. With Milly Theale (social): Kate's disgraced father briefly interacts with Milly,…

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Milly Theale
social · negative
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Milly Theale
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The Wings of the Dove
Kate's father, who tries to guilt her into staying with him. He is portrayed as selfish and manipulative, concerned only with his own comfort.
Book I
Kate's father, portrayed as selfish and manipulative, living in reduced circumstances.
I
Kate's father, living in reduced circumstances; urges Kate to accept her aunt's terms and use him as an asset for her own advancement.
Chapter II
Kate visited him; he supports Aunt Maud's plans and threatens Kate with his curse if she leaves Mrs. Lowder.
I
Kate's father is mentioned as having suspicions about her relationship with Densher, though he is not present in the chapter.
Chapter III
Lionel is described as a dreadful father who has come to Marian for refuge and money.

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