The History of Henry Esmond · Character
Robert Harley
A politician and later Earl of Oxford, involved in government.
minor
Also known as Mr. Harley, Harley
First appearance: i i come to an end of my battles and bruises
Robert Harley shows up with force in Mohun Appears for the Last Time in This History. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Now Lord Oxford and Mortimer, offers Esmond a seat in Parliament.
Robert Harley first appears in 0035 i i come to an end of my battles and bruises.
In Mohun Appears for the Last Time in This History: Now Lord Oxford and Mortimer, offers Esmond a seat in Parliament.
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- Other
Character groups
- Military & Political Figures
- Castlewood Family & Circle
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak of Esmond's lifelong…
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