Young Woman Character Analysis in News of the World

A young resident of Durand who chastises for bathing naked in the river. Even though explains that Johanna has just returned from captivity and has no understanding of Anglo-American norms, the woman accuses her of purposely being immodest. However, after listening to Captain Kidd’s scolding, the woman repents her actions and gives Johanna a well-made dress and pair of shoes for her journey.

Young Woman Quotes in News of the World

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Captain Kidd said, She was a captive. An Indian captive.

We can’t have this, said the young woman. She held on to the rope bucket handle with both hands. I don’t care if she’s a Hottentot. I don’t care if she’s Lola Montez. She was parading her charms out there in the river like a Dallas huzzy.

Related Characters: Captain Kidd (speaker), Young Woman (speaker), Johanna

Page Number and Citation: 138

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