Persuasion · Character
Mr. Shepherd
Sir Walter's lawyer and agent, who arranges the lease of Kellynch.
minor
Also known as II Mr. Shepherd, Shepherd
First appearance: Chapter II
Mr. Shepherd shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Sir Walter's agent, who gives unwelcome hints about the family's financial troubles.
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In I: Sir Walter's agent, who gives unwelcome hints about the family's financial troubles. Later, in Chapter II: A civil, cautious lawyer who recommends referring to Lady Russell's judgement and later suggests quitting…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Minor Acquaintances and Suitors
- Kellynch and Uppercross Circle
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
In this passage, the emotional and psychological peak occurs when the long-standing social and personal barrie…
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See Mr. Shepherd in Chapter II