Mrs Whitlow - Discworld Character Biography
Character Bio
Mrs. Whitlow is the formidable and efficient housekeeper of Unseen University, known for her strict adherence to cleanliness and order. She is a master of managing the chaos of the wizards' lives, ensuring that the university runs smoothly despite the magical mayhem. Her significance lies in her ability to maintain a semblance of normalcy and discipline in a place where reality is often bent by magic.
Physical Appearance
Mrs. Whitlow is a stout, imposing woman with a no-nonsense demeanor, often seen wearing a crisp, starched apron over her practical, dark-colored dress. Her hair is usually pulled back into a tight bun, emphasizing her stern, watchful eyes that miss nothing. She carries herself with an air of authority, her posture straight and her movements precise, reflecting her role as the enforcer of order within the chaotic environment of Unseen University. Her presence is marked by the faint scent of cleaning products, a testament to her dedication to her work.
Mrs Whitlow Appears In These Discworld Books
- 22
The Last Continent
Rincewind finds himself on the mysterious continent XXXX (resembling Australia), forced to fix local weather and reality itself, while Unseen University's wizards get hopelessly lost in time.
Satirizes stereotypes, cultural identity, and ecological irresponsibility, especially human arrogance toward nature.
Main characters: rincewind, archchancellor ridcully, ponder stibbons, the librarian, mrs whitlow and god of evolution