The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling · Character
Mr. Maclachlan
Scottish officer who befriends Tom in the army.
minor
Also known as Maclachlan
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Mr. Maclachlan shows up with force in Chapter II. The page is where that presence becomes real.
An Irish gentleman lodging next door; he intervenes and clarifies the mistaken identity.
Mr. Maclachlan first appears in 0001 the history of tom jones a foundling.
In Chapter II: An Irish gentleman lodging next door; he intervenes and clarifies the mistaken identity.
Later, in VI: Persuades Fitzpatrick to take the coach to Bath and suspects the lady from Chester is Fitzpatrick's wife.
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- Sophia's aristocratic suitors
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