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A Gentleman of Leisure · Character

Saunders

The long-suffering butler at Sir Thomas's household.

minor

Also known as old Saunders

First appearance: a gentleman of leisure

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Mentioned by Spike as the butler who told him about the valuable necklace.
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In Spike's Views: Mentioned by Spike as the butler who told him about the valuable necklace. Later, in Jimmy Remembers Something, and Hears Something Else: Saunders delivers a message summoning Lord Dreever to Sir…

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LJLady Julia BluntJPJimmy PittSTSir Thomas BluntSMSpike MullinsLDLord DreeverSASaunders

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Main social circle
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

In this scene, Spennie’s "hour of clear vision" marks the emotional and psychological peak where he confronts…

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