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Major Caneback

A military man and hunting companion who meets a tragic end.

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Also known as Caneback, the poor Major

First appearance: Poor Caneback

Major Caneback shows up with force in From Impington Gorse. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A celebrated but taciturn rider, known for his skill across country; takes a fall but remains unperturbed.
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In From Impington Gorse: A celebrated but taciturn rider, known for his skill across country; takes a fall but remains unperturbed. Later, in Jemima: Rides the difficult mare Jemima, has multiple falls but persists,…

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24 connections

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MAMatMNMr. NokesMRMr. RuncimanDNDr. NupperDADanMCMajor Caneback

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Main characters and local gentry
  • Minor legal and sporting figures
  • Extended society and household members

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

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This scene is the dramatic climax because it resolves the central emotional tension of Mary’s unrequited love…

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