The Man in the Brown Suit · Character
Lord Nasby
A newspaper proprietor who helps Anne with information.
minor
Also known as Nasby
First appearance: viii
Lord Nasby shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned as one of the great figures urging Anne to write her story.
Lord Nasby first appears in 0010 viii.
In I: Mentioned as one of the great figures urging Anne to write her story.
Later, in V: Millionaire owner of the Daily Budget; impressed by Anne's cheek and intelligence, he offers her a conditional opportunity to prove herself.
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- Other
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- Passengers and investigators
- Protagonist
- Criminal network suspects
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See Lord Nasby in viii