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The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner · Character

Auld John

An old servant mentioned in the narrative.

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First appearance: the editor s narrative

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JBJohn BarnetRRRobin RuthvenMWMaster WhighamGCGeorge ColwanLCLord CraigieAJAuld John

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Colwan family circle
  • Legal and local witnesses
  • Supernatural and educational influences
  • Protagonist

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