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Mr. Critchett

A minor character, possibly a tradesman or official.

minor

Also known as Critchett

First appearance: xi

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With Arthur Lawford (professional): Arthur and Mr. Critchett have a professional relationship, likely as employer and employee or in a business capacity. With Arthur Lawford (professional): Arthur and Mr. Critchett have…

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See Mr. Critchett in xi

Character Web

10 connections

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MLMrs. LawfordWEWedderburnCRCraikMDMr. DantonBLBettie LovatMCMr. Critchett

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Village community and minor characters
  • Lawford household and associates

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

SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Mr. Critchett in xi

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See Mr. Critchett in xi