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Harold

A singer mentioned in the story.

minor

Also known as Harry Lauder, Mr. Harry Lauder

First appearance: iii the new era begins

Harold shows up with force in X: Mr. Bickersdyke Addresses His Constituents. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Co-messenger at the bank, enters Mr.
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In X: Mr. Bickersdyke Addresses His Constituents: Co-messenger at the bank, enters Mr. Bickersdyke's room apprehensively and later opines…

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4 connections

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BIBillMBMr. BickersdykeWIWilliamGBGeorge BarsteadHAHarold

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended office staff and acquaintances
  • Bank employees and family
  • Minor characters and cricketers

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Narrative arc

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

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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See Harold in iii the new era begins