That he is Lord Furnival's son :)
Bear's real name in "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" is Aycliffe. He reveals this to Crispin towards the end of the book.
Trustworthy and Forgiving. He keeps crispin safe and feeds him too.
"Let it be as it may be" -Bear
In "Crispin: The Cross of Lead," Bear believes that every person has the right to freedom, justice, and the ability to determine their own destiny. He fights against oppression and tyranny to uphold these rights for Crispin and others.
The bear becomes Crispin's master because Bear believes Crispin was sent by God to protect him. The bear feels a sense of loyalty and companionship towards Crispin after he saves him from being attacked by a group of men. This bond leads Bear to become protective of Crispin and to follow him on his journey.
Crispin discovered that his mother was the Lady Bear in the novel "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi. She was a noblewoman who loved his father but was forced to leave him due to his low social status.
The bear criticized Crispin's prayers because they seemed hypocritical and insincere, as Crispin had previously admitted to not believing in God. The bear also criticized the lead cross as a symbol of superficial piety, contrasting with the genuine faith and humility that the bear believed was more important.
In "The Cross of Lead" by Avi, Bear is described as a large, fierce-looking yet gentle dog with a shaggy coat. He is loyal and protective of Crispin, the protagonist, forming a strong bond with him throughout the story.
Crispin learned that he was a spy and that he worked in a brotherhood.
In the novel "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi, the one-eyed man is John Aycliffe. He is a steward to the village of Stromford and plays a significant role in the story as he is responsible for a key event that leads to Crispin's journey and growth.
The bear teaches Crispin about survival skills, such as hunting and finding food in the forest. The bear also teaches Crispin the importance of being aware of his surroundings and trusting his instincts to stay safe. Through their interactions, Crispin learns to be more independent and resourceful.
They entered with Crispin playing his fife and Bear juggling. They went to the village priest after causing a scene and Bear got down on his knees and said that Crispin was his son and that they'd been traveling for a long time.