Of Human Bondage · Character
Dunsford
A good-humoured, heavy-set medical student who attaches himself to Philip at St. Luke's and quietly absorbs every joke made at his expense.
supporting
First appearance: xliv
As a supporting figure in Of Human Bondage, Dunsford is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
A new student from Clifton who befriends Philip on the first day and explains the curriculum.
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Dunsford is the first acquaintance Philip makes at St. Luke's, a friendless London newcomer who latches onto him out of sheer convenience and stays out of genuine sweetness. He is stupid but never takes offence, always…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Minor Characters and Acquaintances
- Protagonist
- Philip's Romantic and Professional Circles
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Dunsford in xliv