The Courts of the Morning · Character

Dick Hannay

A famous British spy who appears in the prologue.

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Also known as Dick, General Hannay

Dick Hannay shows up with force in Prologue by Sir Richard Hannay. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Narrator of the prologue, providing an introductory overview.

Dick Hannay first appears in 0002 prologue by sir richard hannay.

In Prologue by Sir Richard Hannay: Narrator of the prologue, providing an introductory overview.

Later, in I: Narrator and protagonist of the chapter; a retired soldier and landowner who is approached about Blenkiron's disappearance.

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Prologue by Sir Richard Hannay
Narrator of the prologue, providing an introductory overview.
I
Narrator and protagonist of the chapter; a retired soldier and landowner who is approached about Blenkiron's disappearance.
II
Visiting Laverlaw for the first time, Dick observes changes in Sandy and discusses Blenkiron's disappearance with the group.
III
Hannay is the narrator, deeply concerned about Sandy and Blenkiron. He investigates the rumors and begins to piece together that they are working together on a secret plan.
II
Mentioned as the general under whom Hamilton served.

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