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Mr. Carbottle

A solicitor involved in the Duke's affairs.

minor

Also known as Carbottle

First appearance: xv the duke receives a letter and writes one

Mr. Carbottle shows up with force in Polpenno. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Liberal opponent; criticized for his fatness and godless dissent.
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Mr. Carbottle first appears in 0014 xv the duke receives a letter and writes one.

In Polpenno: Liberal opponent; criticized for his fatness and godless dissent.

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LMLady Mabel GrexTDThe Duke of Om…MDMr. Du BoungLSLord Silverbri…FTFrank TregearMCMr. Carbottle

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended Society and Political Network
  • Racing and Sporting Circle
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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