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Mansbridge

A minor acquaintance of the Schlegels.

minor

Also known as Mr. Mansbridge

First appearance: i

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In XXXVI: The young doctor who attempts to diagnose Helen and persuade Margaret; is rebuffed by…

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PCPercy CahillMSMargaret Schle…CWCharles WilcoxHSHelen SchlegelHWHenry WilcoxMAMansbridge

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Wilcox family and associates
  • Protagonist

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

This is the story's dramatic climax because it marks the psychological peak of Leonard's guilt, where Remorse…

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