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The Old Wives’ Tale · Character

Mr. Shawcross

A local businessman in Bursley.

minor

First appearance: i the square

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ABAmy BatesMPMr. Peel-Swynn…CBConstance BainesEAEdward AllmanMSMr. Shawcross

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Minor and background characters
  • Next generation and friends
  • Bursley shop and family
  • Sophia's Paris circle

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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