Lolly Willowes · Character
James
A local man in the village, possibly a servant or farmer.
minor
Also known as Jim
First appearance: iii
James's tie to Everard Vaterlein is one of the pressures that moves Lolly Willowes—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
Laura's brother who studies chemistry, grieves intensely after their mother's death, and decides to stay at Lady Place to help with the brewery.
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With Everard Vaterlein (psychological): Everard manipulates James, a young man in the village, as part of his broader influence over the community. With Laura Willowes (social): James is a village youth who has casual,…
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Relationship types
- Psychological
- Social
- Other
Character groups
- Family and London Circle
- Protagonist
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- Everard Vaterlein
psychological · negative
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- Laura Willowes
social · positive
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