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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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TSTom SurbitonDIDickLALord AugustusMHMr. HamptonCBCaptain Batter…MMMr. Mainwaring

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Main characters and local gentry
  • Extended society and household members

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