# Merton Densher — The Wings of the Dove character guide

> Merton Densher in The Wings of the Dove by Henry James.

**Role:** major

**Also known as:** Densher, Mr. Densher, Mr. Merton Densher, poor Densher

**First appearance:** 0001-the-wings-of-the-dove

## Who they are

A journalist and Kate Croy's secret lover, central to the plot's romantic and moral conflicts.

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