A Gentleman of Leisure · Character
Charteris
A friend of the group, often present at social gatherings.
minor
Also known as Mr. Charteris
First appearance: a gentleman of leisure
Charteris shows up with force in Mr. McEachern Intervenes. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The indefatigable director of the amateur theatricals, he assigns Jimmy the lead role of Captain Browne and drives rehearsals with relentless energy.
Charteris first appears in 0001 a gentleman of leisure.
In Mr. McEachern Intervenes: The indefatigable director of the amateur theatricals, he assigns Jimmy the lead role of Captain Browne and drives rehearsals with relentless energy.
Later, in XXIV: The Treasure-Seeker: Briefly interacts with Spennie, refusing to lend him money and later forcing him to prompt during the duologue.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Main social circle
- Protagonist
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Charteris in a gentleman of leisure