The Deluge · Character
Pontus de la Gardie
A Swedish general and count, a commander in the invasion.
minor
Also known as Pontus
First appearance: i
Pontus de la Gardie shows up with force in Chapter XV. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Karl Gustav's field-marshal and brother-in-law, with whom the treaty was concluded, representing Swedish authority.
Pontus de la Gardie first appears in 0007 i.
In Chapter XV: Karl Gustav's field-marshal and brother-in-law, with whom the treaty was concluded, representing Swedish authority.
Later, in XXXIV: Delays sending reinforcements to Yanush Radzivill, making the prince feel his dependence.
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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