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Nureddin

The Nawab Bahadur's grandson, who falls ill.

minor

Also known as poor Nureddin

First appearance: iii

Nureddin shows up with force in XXVII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Nureddin is briefly mentioned as applauding a song during the banquet, contributing to the atmosphere of civilized leisure.
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DADr. AzizMCMajor CallendarNBNawab BahadurHAHamidullahRHRonny HeaslopNUNureddin

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  • Other

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  • Trial witnesses and associates
  • Central trial figures

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Nureddin in iii