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Mr. Mildmay Vernon

A Vernon relative with a distinct presence.

minor

Also known as Mr. Mildmay, Mildmay Vernon

First appearance: i vernon s

Mr. Mildmay Vernon shows up with force in VI: Neighbours and Relations. The page is where that presence becomes real.

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In VI: Neighbours and Relations: Visits Mrs. John, encourages her complaints, and subtly criticizes Catherine's management of the bank and the White House. Later, in XV: What Edward Thought: Watches for Hester's return…

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MMMiss Martha Ve…RMReginald Merri…RARoland AshtonEAEmma AshtonJVJohn VernonMMMr. Mildmay Vernon

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended family and rivals
  • Vernon family core

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

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This is the dramatic climax because Catherine’s emotional and psychological peak occurs when her love for Edwa…

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