Character Sketch of Mrs. Otis in Canterville Ghost

Character Sketch of Mrs. Otis in Canterville Ghost

Character Sketch of Mrs. Otis in Canterville Ghost: 

Mrs Otis is a very beautiful, middle-aged woman. She has been “a celebrated New York belle”. Her eyes are fine, beautiful and attractive. She has a superb profile. Wilde says that “She was quite English”.

Mrs. Otis does not pay heed to the words of Mrs Umney when she tells about bloodstains. It shows that she is well versed in American culture. Mrs. Otis also reflects the culture of her native place when she expresses an interest in joining the Psychical Society to help her understand the ghost.

Mrs Otis is very caring and compassionate. She feels agitated and sad when she does not find Virginia in any room of the house. She sends the boys out to look for her. Mrs. Otis clasps her passionately in her arms when she reappears before them.

The motherly affection and care constrain her to be worried and perturbed at the loss of Virginia. Mrs Otis says, “My own darling, thank God you are found; you must never leave my side again.” Mrs. Otis kisses her and smooths the tangled gold of her hair. It reflects that she is affectionate and caring.

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