The Duke’s Children · Character
Mr. Du Boung
A friend of the Boncassens.
minor
Also known as This Mr. Du Boung, Mr. Du
First appearance: xxxi miss boncassen s river party no 1
Mr. Du Boung's tie to Lady Mabel Grex is one of the pressures that moves The Duke’s Children—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
A Liberal politician who initially intended to stand for Silverbridge but retired in favor of Lord Silverbridge; he seeks recognition for his sacrifice.
Mr. Du Boung first appears in 0030 xxxi miss boncassen s river party no 1.
With Lady Mabel Grex (social): Mr. Du Boung is a wealthy suitor pursued by Lady Mabel for financial security, though she feels no love for him. With Lady Mabel Grex (social): Mr. Du Boung is a wealthy suitor pursued by Lady Mabel for financial security, though she feels no love for him. With Lady Mabel Grex (social): Mr. Du Boung is a wealthy suitor pursued by Lady Mabel for financial security, though she feels no love for him.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Racing and Sporting Circle
- Extended Society and Political Network
- Political Allies and Family
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak of Silverbridge’s internal c…
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Follow the arc while readingRelationships
- Lady Mabel Grex
social · negative
- Lady Mabel Grex
social · negative
- Lady Mabel Grex
social · negative
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