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Tom Brown

Fictional character from Thomas Hughes' novel, referenced in Arnold's story.

minor

Also known as Tom

First appearance: Dr. Arnold

Tom Brown shows up with force in Dr. Arnold. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The son of Old Squire Brown, sent to Rugby as a representative pupil in the narrative.
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In Dr. Arnold: The son of Old Squire Brown, sent to Rugby as a representative pupil in the narrative. Later, in Bibliography: Referenced…

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DADr. ArnoldGGGeneral GordonPIPius IXLHLi Hung ChangWGW. G. WardTBTom Brown

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Supporting Historical Figures
  • Catholic Church Hierarchy
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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