The American Senator · Character
Mr. Mainwaring
A young clergyman who dines with the Senator.
minor
Also known as young Mainwaring
First appearance: Mr. Mainwaring's Little Dinner
Mr. Mainwaring shows up with force in At Bragton. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A clergyman who enjoys dining away from home and is introduced to the ladies, later taking refuge under their title.
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In At Bragton: A clergyman who enjoys dining away from home and is introduced to the ladies, later taking refuge under their title. Later, in Mr. Mainwaring's Little Dinner: Hosts the dinner; his living was bought with…
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