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Prout

A master at the Jacobean, often the butt of jokes.

minor

Also known as Mr. Prout, poor Mr. Prout

First appearance: i the jacobean

Prout shows up with force in Pax. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned as Michael outvies him in ecclesiastical possessions.
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In Pax: Mentioned as Michael outvies him in ecclesiastical possessions. Later, in VII: Cloven Hoofmarks: Visitor who engages in lengthy…

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Character Web

11 connections

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MWMother WadmanLSLord SaxbyDPDick PrescottNUNurseBABrother AloysiusPRProut

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended Family and Diverse Acquaintances
  • School and Family Circle

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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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