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Giles

A butler or servant with a quick wit and sharp tongue.

minor

Also known as the Hare, The butler Giles

First appearance: ix old england

Giles shows up with force in How a Man May Hunt with the Hounds and Yet Run with the Hare. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The butler at the manor, loyal to Lady Norreys, assists in Alastair's escape despite his nervousness about the squire's reaction.
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AMAlastair MacleanJJJourneyman JohnSJSir John NorreysSTSquire Thickne…MNMr. Nicholas KydGIGiles

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