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James Gurney

A servant to Lady Faulconbridge.

minor

Also known as James Gurney, Gurney, James

First appearance: Scene I

James Gurney shows up with force in Scene I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Accompanies Lady Faulconbridge to court; dismissed by Philip before the revelation of his parentage.
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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