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Mr. Ditchling

A minor character, possibly a servant or associate.

minor

Also known as Ditchling

First appearance: i in which he takes tea at the carlton and is surprised

Mr. Ditchling shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned as a leader in Peterson's organization; described as a good speaker, clever, unscrupulous, and a drinker.
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In I: Mentioned as a leader in Peterson's organization; described as a good speaker, clever, unscrupulous, and a drinker. Later, in III:…

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See Mr. Ditchling in i in which he takes tea at the carlton and is surprised

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PBPhyllis BentonCHCaptain Hugh D…MJMr. John CrofterVNVallance NestorCPCarl PetersonMDMr. Ditchling

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Mr. Ditchling in i in which he takes tea at the carlton and is surprised