Mrs. Peterson

Biography

Described as a dour, moody Swedish disciplinarian. Slapped Eileen for breaking a drinking glass. The passage refers to two boys in the family but names only Billy.

Timeline

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Eileen punished for breaking a glass
The narrator recalls watching in terror as Mrs. Peterson slapped Eileen after she broke a plain drinking glass.
Bernie's Chapter

Stories mentioning Mrs.

Childhood Beside the Peterson FamilyBernard contrasts his mother's gentle handling of accidents with the Petersons' fearful household, where children faced beatings for accidents or insufficient study. He remembers Eileen becoming a sweet person despite this treatment and believes the harsh rules troubled the boys, especially Billy.

Referenced in

Bernie's Chapter — BILLY PETERSON

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