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Allgood Newton

A fellow novelist and contemporary of the narrator.

minor

Also known as Newton, Allgood

First appearance: i

Allgood Newton shows up with force in XIX. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Relates the story of finding Edward Driffield agitated and learning of Rosie's departure.
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HRHarry RetfordTNThe NarratorRDRosie DriffieldEDEdward DriffieldLGLord George KempANAllgood Newton

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