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Nathaniel Walker

A young man who courts Maud Milvain.

minor

Also known as Walker, Nat Walker, Nat

First appearance: i a man of his day

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ECEdith CarterMYMarian YuleARAmy ReardonJMJasper MilvainMWMrs. WhelpdaleNWNathaniel Walker

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  • Protagonist

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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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