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Old Mr. Gresham

Father of Frank Gresham, a retired squire.

minor

Also known as old Mr. Gresham of Greshamsbury

First appearance: xxviii dr thorne

Old Mr. Gresham shows up with force in South Audley Street. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Recalled as having suffered in the same room; his story illustrates the room's reputation for financial ruin.
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MMMiss MonsellBPBishop ProudieGCGrace CrawleyGGGriselda GrantlyJRJohn RobartsOMOld Mr. Gresham

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Gresham Family and Status
  • Financial and Political Entanglements
  • Framley Village and Clergy
  • Robarts Family and Political Figure

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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