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Danton

Prominent revolutionary leader, briefly referenced in political discussions.

minor

Also known as Citizen Danton

First appearance: part i ii widely divergent aims

Danton shows up with force in In the Théâtre National. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Danton is described as a shaggy-coated lion elbowing his way into the stalls; de Batz predicts he will soon be accused of moderation and perish.
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SPSir Percy Blak…TDThe DauphinJLJeanne LangeDBDe BatzMBMarguerite Bla…DADanton

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Revolutionary political leaders
  • Scarlet Pimpernel network

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

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

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See Danton in part i ii widely divergent aims