Mr. Mulliner Stories · Character
William Mulliner
A Mulliner whose mild exterior conceals a talent for landing in the sort of scrapes that make excellent after-dinner anecdotes.
major
Also known as William
First appearance: The Story of William
As a major figure in Mr. Mulliner Stories, William Mulliner is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Protagonist; heartbroken after Myrtle rejects him; gets drunk for the first time and suffers hallucinations; survives the earthquake.
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William Mulliner belongs to the sprawling clan whose misadventures Mr. Mulliner recounts with relish, and he carries the family's knack for dignified disaster. Caught between social obligation and personal preference,…
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Relationship types
- Friendship
- Romantic
- Other
Character groups
- Romantic entanglements and family
- Protagonist
- Mulliner relatives and associates
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- Aftermath
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- James Rodman
friendship · positive
James Rodman and William Mulliner are close friends and frequent co-conspirators in… How this plays out →
- Desmond Franklyn
friendship · positive
- Myrtle Banks
romantic · ambivalent
- James Rodman
friendship · positive
James Rodman and William Mulliner are close friends and frequent co-conspirators in… How this plays out →
- Desmond Franklyn
friendship · positive
- Myrtle Banks
romantic · ambivalent
- Myrtle Banks
romantic · ambivalent
- James Rodman
friendship · positive
James Rodman and William Mulliner are close friends and frequent co-conspirators in… How this plays out →
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