What is the name of the blind man in the De Lacey family?

The blind man in the De Lacey family is Mr. De Lacey. He is the elderly father of Felix and Agatha and the only member of the household who does not react to the Creature’s frightening appearance.

The Creature secretly observes the De Laceys while hiding in a hovel attached to their cottage. Although he cannot approach them safely, he learns language, family relationships, history, and social customs by watching Felix teach Safie. This education shapes his hope that the family might accept him if they hear his story first.

Mr. De Lacey’s blindness is crucial to the episode. When the rest of the family leaves, the Creature speaks with him directly and explains his loneliness without being judged by his face. The old man responds sympathetically and promises to help, but Felix, Agatha, and Safie return unexpectedly and attack the Creature when they see him.

Readers sometimes confuse Mr. De Lacey with Felix, the son who teaches Safie, or with the Creature’s description of himself as an abandoned “Adam.” Mr. De Lacey is a family name and the father’s identifying title; the novel does not give him a separate first name.