# Giles — Midwinter character guide

> Giles in Midwinter by John Buchan.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** the Hare, The butler Giles

**First appearance:** 0011-ix-old-england

## Who they are

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

## In the story

### [How a Man May Hunt with the Hounds and Yet Run with the Hare](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/midwinter_se/chapters/vii-how-a-man-may-hunt-with-the-hounds-and-yet-run-with-the-hare)

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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