Phineas Finn · Character
Mr. Daubeny
The Conservative leader and rival to Mildmay.
minor
Also known as poor Daubeny, Daubeny
First appearance: The New Government
Mr. Daubeny shows up with force in Phineas Finn Takes His Seat. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Referenced as the leader of the Conservative party, nicknamed 'Dubby' by Fitzgibbon.
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In Phineas Finn Takes His Seat: Referenced as the leader of the Conservative party, nicknamed 'Dubby' by Fitzgibbon. Later, in The New Government: Announces the resignation of Lord de Terrier and the summoning of Mr.
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- Other
Character groups
- Political and Social Circle
- Minor Characters and Extras
- Finn Family and Associates
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
In this chapter, Phineas reaches his emotional and psychological peak by definitively choosing principle over…
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See Mr. Daubeny in The New Government