# Bertha Dorset — The House of Mirth character guide

> Bertha Dorset in The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Bertha, Mrs. Bertha Dorset, Bertha Dorset

**First appearance:** 0004-iv

## Who they are

A manipulative and wealthy socialite who becomes Lily's rival.

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