Shirley · Character
Mr. Hall
A warm-hearted clergyman whose plain goodness and practical sympathy make him the moral anchor of a divided, restless parish.
supporting
Also known as Hall, Cyril Hall, the Rev. Cyril Hall, The Rev. Cyril Hall, Cyril
First appearance: x old maids
As a supporting figure in Shirley, Mr. Hall is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Vicar of Nunnely, to whom Mike Hartley reports his visions and denounces the doctrine of works.
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In I: Levitical: Vicar of Nunnely, to whom Mike Hartley reports his visions and denounces the doctrine of works. Later, in XIV: Shirley Seeks to Be Saved by Works: Approves of Shirley's charitable plan and participates…
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
Louis Moore’s decision to leave his “cell” and seek out the empty parlours marks the emotional and psychologic…
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See Mr. Hall in x old maids