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The Princess and Curdie · Character

The General

A military leader in the king's army who participates in the final battle.

minor

Also known as the general

First appearance: xxxii the king s army

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PEPeterTCThe ColonelQIQueen IreneCUCurdieTGThe General

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Mystical and Corrupt Forces
  • Family and Official Corruption
  • Loyal and Corrupt Court
  • Protagonist

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

This is the dramatic climax because it marks the decisive reversal where the king, previously isolated and bet…

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