The Powerhouse · Character

Mr. Leithen

A friend or colleague of the narrator, possibly a lawyer or advisor.

minor

Also known as Leithen, yourself, your

Mr. Leithen shows up with force in Preface by the Editor. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Present at the gathering; later writes down the story from his diary.

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

The emotional peak occurs when the protagonist’s nervousness and indecision drop away, replaced by pride and o…

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Preface by the Editor
Present at the gathering; later writes down the story from his diary.
The Powerhouse
The protagonist and investigator, probing into Pitt-Heron's disappearance.
I: Beginning of the Wild-Goose Chase
The narrator and barrister; becomes reluctantly drawn into the mystery after Tommy's confidence.
I First Hear of Mr. Andrew Lumley
The narrator and investigator, who begins connecting clues about Pitt-Heron's circle.
III: Tells of a Midsummer Night
Narrator and protagonist; becomes actively involved in the mystery after finding Pitt-Heron's draft letter.
IV: I Follow the Trail of the Super-Butler
Narrator and protagonist; feels alone and insignificant but resolves to stalk Lumley and warn Pitt-Heron.
I Take a Partner
Narrator who resolves to fight Lumley, recruits Chapman, and endures surveillance.
VI: The Restaurant in Antioch Street
Narrator and protagonist; works late at the Temple, goes to Rapaccini's expecting to meet Macgillivray, gets trapped, and is rescued by Chapman.
I Find Sanctuary
Narrator and protagonist; orchestrates the delivery of evidence and seeks sanctuary at the Embassy.
The Powerhouse
Confronts Lumley directly, offering a deal to protect Pitt-Heron's reputation while threatening police action.
Return of the Wild Geese
The narrator; reads of Lumley's death, attends the funeral, arranges Pitt-Heron's return, and later meets Tommy in his chambers.

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