The Getting of Wisdom · Character
Mr. Shepherd
A local tradesman and father of a schoolgirl.
minor
Also known as old Shepherd, thin, poorly-fed Mr. Shepherd
First appearance: iii
Mr. Shepherd shows up with force in XVI. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Irritable and demanding clergyman; carves mutton-bone with difficulty; later mellows over port and tells engaging stories about Japan.
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- Other
Character groups
- Schoolgirls and Family
- Protagonist
- Extended Family and Community
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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