Miss Marjoribanks · Character
Mr. Bury
A local gentleman, often seen in Carlingford social circles.
minor
First appearance: Chapter VIII
Mr. Bury shows up with force in Chapter VIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The Rector visits Lucilla with Mrs.
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In Chapter VIII: The Rector visits Lucilla with Mrs. Mortimer, appearing solemn and intent on being 'faithful'. Later, in Chapter IX: The Rector is annoyed by Mrs. Mortimer's fainting at an inopportune moment, and…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Extended Social Circle
- Core Carlingford Society
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak where Mrs. Woodburn,…
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See Mr. Bury in Chapter VIII