The Duke’s Children · Character
Lord Nidderdale
A young peer and friend of Silverbridge.
minor
Also known as Nidderdale
First appearance: xxvi dinner at the beargarden
Lord Nidderdale shows up with force in Major Tifto. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A middle-aged young man present at the club; previously acquainted with Tifto.
Lord Nidderdale first appears in 0025 xxvi dinner at the beargarden.
In Major Tifto: A middle-aged young man present at the club; previously acquainted with Tifto.
Later, in At Richmond: Provides Lady Cantrip with a favorable account of Tregear's character.
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Character Web
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Racing and Sporting Circle
- Extended Society and Political Network
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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Lord Nidderdale appears across 6 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- Major Tifto
- At Richmond
- Crummie-Toddie
- Again at Killancodlem
- Lord Gerald in Further Trouble
- What Am I to Say, Sir?
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See Lord Nidderdale in xxvi dinner at the beargarden