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Old Fulcher

A boxer and publican who interacts with Lavengro in the sporting world.

minor

Also known as old Fulcher, Fulcher, young Fulcher

First appearance: i

Old Fulcher shows up with force in XXIX. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Old Bill, the ostler, expresses hope that the narrator would take his place; notes the narrator's lack of experience but potential to improve.
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HJHunyadi JohnMCMatyas CorvinusLALavengroJPJasper Petulen…TJThe JockeyOFOld Fulcher

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Lavengro's companions and acquaintances
  • Historical and sporting figures
  • Diverse characters from Lavengro's world
  • Protagonist

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

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This scene is the dramatic climax because it reveals the protagonist’s hidden linguistic ability—his sudden de…

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