The Black Gang · Character
Mr. Waldock
A minor character involved in the plot.
minor
Also known as Waldock, And Waldock
First appearance: ii in which scotland yard sits up and takes notice
Mr. Waldock shows up with force in I: In Which Things Happen Near Barking Creek. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A meeting host and editor of 'filthy rags,' who is gagged and taken away by the vigilante's men.
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In I: In Which Things Happen Near Barking Creek: A meeting host and editor of 'filthy rags,' who is gagged and taken away by the…
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Mr. Waldock in ii in which scotland yard sits up and takes notice