Memoirs of a Foxhunting Man · Character

Denis Milden

A young Master of the Potford Hunt who opens his letters from angry poultry farmers, then dozes over the pianola in muddy boots.

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Also known as Milden, young Milden, VII Denis Milden, Already Milden, Master Milden, Young Mr. Milden, Mr. Milden

First appearance: I

As a major figure in Memoirs of a Foxhunting Man, Denis Milden is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

A boy of George's age, observed as a skilled and composed rider.

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Denis Milden runs a hunt on tact as much as on hounds, pacifying farmers whose birds and land the field has damaged, and keeping the whole elaborate machinery of a day's sport running. Watching him work teaches Sherston that hunting is preparation, not just chivvying foxes. His unglamorous diligence and easy hospitality give the book its portrait of a sporting life actually lived, not merely ridden.

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Hunt leadership and family
Extended community and war associates
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Military and social riders

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First Day with the Hounds
A boy of George's age, observed as a skilled and composed rider.
VI
The boy George met hunting; they speak briefly at the dance, and he invites George to Heron's Gate.
VII
A proper little sportsman whom George admires; he reacts with blank looks to George's blunder.
VI: The Colonel's Cup
The new Master of the hunt, recognized by Sherston from childhood, now an amateur huntsman.
IV
New Master of the Ringwell Hunt, recognized by George at the races.
VII: Denis Milden as Master
New Master of the Ringwell Hunt; a tireless worker who reforms the pack, pacifies farmers, and teaches his hounds to hunt with patience and skill.
I
The new Master of Hounds; seen at the cubbing meet, absorbed in his work, and briefly acknowledges the narrator.
II
The new Master and huntsman, patient and skilled, who offers the narrator lodging at the kennels and teaches his hounds to hunt without help.
III
Master of the Ringwell Hunt; hosts George, handles complaints, and demonstrates his dedication to hounds and hunting.
IV
Master of the Ringwell Hounds; praised for his hunting skill, resigns to become Master of the Packlestone Hunt, prompting George's anxiety.
Migration to the Midlands
Master of the Packlestone Hunt; George's friend and host, who discusses finances and the country with George.
I
The Master of the Packlestone Hunt, George's close friend and host.
III
Hosts a dinner party for Jack Peppermore and others; shows kindness by looking after the drunken Jack and assisting the narrator.
IV
Has the narrator copy hound pedigrees; is admired by Dixon; wins the Light Weights race.
II
Has joined a cavalry regiment and is making the best of the war's disruption.
IV
Rarely writes; trying for a Staff job; George feels distant from him.

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