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Mr. Kirwin

A magistrate who prosecutes Victor for Henry's murder in Ireland.

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Also known as Mr. Kirwin

First appearance: Chapter XXI

Mr. Kirwin shows up with force in Chapter XXI. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The magistrate who shows Victor kindness by providing a comfortable room, a physician, and a nurse, and who informs Victor of his father's arrival.
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See Mr. Kirwin in Chapter XXI
See Mr. Kirwin in Chapter XXI