The Hill of Dreams · Character
Major Pendennis
A retired military man living in the village.
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Also known as old Major Pendennis, Pendennis
First appearance: i
Major Pendennis shows up with force in III. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Major Pendennis is referenced as a Thackeray character representing society's view that a literary occupation is not something to boast about.
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Character groups
- Village and London Acquaintances
- Protagonist
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