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James Burgess

A clergyman mentioned in the narrative.

minor

Also known as James, The Rev. James Burgess

First appearance: volume i i less bread more taxes

James Burgess shows up with force in A Newspaper-Cutting. The page is where that presence becomes real.

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In A Newspaper-Cutting: The Rev. James Burgess, a young curate, died along with his wife Emma. A written record of their deaths was found…

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  • Diverse characters from multiple storylines
  • Protagonist
  • Real-world romantic and social circle
  • Fairyland court and family

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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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