Though the only Brandon we ever meet in the novel is Colonel Brandon, his backstory reveals far greater complexity in the family structure.
Members of the Brandon family portrayed or described in the narrative include:
- Mr. Brandon Senior
- Mr. Brandon (the Colonel’s elder brother)
- Colonel Brandon
- At least one sister
- Cousin Eliza
The Brandons appear to be based at Delaford in Dorsetshire, which appears to be an old manor house. Speculation about Colonel Brandon’s situation suggest that they have been gentry for some time, but are not of great wealth.
