Can You Forgive Her? · Character
Duke of St. Bungay
A senior politician and advisor to Plantagenet Palliser.
minor
Also known as The Duke, Duke, the Duke of St. Bungay
First appearance: The Duke of St. Bungay in Search of a Minister
Duke of St. Bungay shows up with force in Dinner at Matching Priory. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The Duke sits next to Alice and engages her in a conversation about Radicalism and the ballot, showing a playful interest in her political views.
Duke of St. Bungay first appears in 0058 lix the duke of st bungay in search of a minister.
In Dinner at Matching Priory: The Duke sits next to Alice and engages her in a conversation about Radicalism and the ballot, showing a playful interest in her political views.
Later, in Three Politicians: Mentioned as a political figure whose presence at Matching Priory signals Mr. Palliser's rising political prospects.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Palliser political and household circle
- Main love and political triangle
- Extended family, society, and minor schemers
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See Duke of St. Bungay in The Duke of St. Bungay in Search of a Minister