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The Murders in Praed Street · Character

Mr. Deacon

A character mentioned in the narrative.

minor

Also known as Deacon

First appearance: i the street

Mr. Deacon shows up with force in Corfe Castle. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mr. Deacon first appears in 0001 i the street.

In Corfe Castle: Alias used by Dr. Priestley at the inn; interacts with the landlord.

Later, in XVII: The Clay-Pit: Dr. Priestley is anxious to avoid any suspicion that Mr. Deacon is interested in the fate of the ex-convict.

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TPThe ProfessorIHInspector Hans…DPDr. PriestleyTCTed CopperdockIWInspector Whyl…MDMr. Deacon

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Family members and local associates
  • Praed Street suspects and investigators
  • Protagonist

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This is the story's dramatic climax because it delivers the psychological peak of dread and revelation as Prof…

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See Mr. Deacon in i the street
See Mr. Deacon in i the street