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The Doctor

Physician who treats various characters.

minor

Also known as doctor

First appearance: the history of tom jones a foundling

The Doctor shows up with force in IX. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The Doctor first appears in 0001 the history of tom jones a foundling.

In IX: Dr. Z., the other physician; diagnoses epilepsy and disputes with Dr. Y.

Later, in Chapter IX: Interposes to prevent the fight, declares Allworthy out of danger, and is embraced by Tom in gratitude.

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  • Minor and background figures
  • Central plot characters
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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