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The Lady of the Barge · Character

Herbert Smith

A minor character with a few mentions.

minor

Also known as Smith

First appearance: the lady of the barge

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OMOld MillerAPAnn PullenBPBob PrettyJBJohn BiggsGKGeorge KettleHSHerbert Smith

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Wily and Startled Elders
  • Community and Military Figures
  • Scheming and Recurring Villagers
  • Extensive Minor Cast

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Closing

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