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Lolly Willowes · Character

The Doctor

A doctor who moves into the village, a neighbor of Laura's.

minor

Also known as the doctor who took the new house up on the hill

First appearance: iii

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LWLaura WillowesMGMr. GurdonEMEmmaMLMrs. LeakEVEverard Vaterl…TDThe Doctor

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Family and London Circle
  • Protagonist
  • Minor Villagers and Ancestors

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