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M. de Lalande

Historical figure referenced with narrative role in the book.

minor

Also known as Lalande

First appearance: I

M. de Lalande shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

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In I: M. de Lalande is mentioned as the director of the Paris observatory, who attempts to calm public hysteria with a technical statement. Later, in The Comet of Doom: Cited as one of the classical astronomers whose…

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Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Cosmic and Historical Authority

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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