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Mr. Turton

The British collector's assistant, a typical Anglo-Indian official.

minor

Also known as Turton, Mr. Turton

First appearance: ii

Mr. Turton shows up with force in Chapter V. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Organizes the Bridge Party, makes perfunctory rounds, and holds a cynical view of the Indian guests.
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In Chapter V: Organizes the Bridge Party, makes perfunctory rounds, and holds a cynical view of the Indian guests. Later, in XVI: Calls…

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AQAdela QuestedDADr. AzizRHRonny HeaslopTCThe CollectorCFCyril FieldingMTMr. Turton

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See Mr. Turton in ii