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The Big Punjabi

A large Punjabi man encountered on the road.

minor

Also known as Punjabi

First appearance: iii

The Big Punjabi shows up with force in Chapter I: The Wonder House and the Lama. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The native policeman on guard at the Museum door, who tolerates Kim.
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See The Big Punjabi in iii

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TEThe EnglishTOThe Old SoldierKIKimLSLurgan SahibABAbdullahTBThe Big Punjabi

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

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Closing

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See The Big Punjabi in iii