The Revolution in Tanner’s Lane · Character
Old Bushel
A rustic and comic figure, often providing earthy wisdom.
minor
Also known as Brother Bushel, Bushel
First appearance: the revolution in tanner s lane
Old Bushel's tie to Thomas Broad is one of the pressures that moves The Revolution in Tanner’s Lane—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
Seen waving his hat from the Angel window during the election riots; his gesture provokes the crowd.
Old Bushel first appears in 0001 the revolution in tanner s lane.
With Thomas Broad (friendship): Old Bushel is a loyal friend and supporter of Thomas Broad, often providing counsel. With Thomas Broad (friendship): Old Bushel is a loyal friend and supporter of Thomas Broad, often providing counsel. With Thomas Broad (friendship): Old Bushel is a loyal friend and supporter of Thomas Broad, often providing counsel.
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Character Web
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Relationship types
- Friendship
- Other
Character groups
- Revolutionary Core & Family
- Protagonist
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
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- Thomas Broad
friendship · positive
Old Bushel is a loyal friend and supporter of Thomas Broad, often providing counsel. How this plays out →
- Thomas Broad
friendship · positive
Old Bushel is a loyal friend and supporter of Thomas Broad, often providing counsel. How this plays out →
- Thomas Broad
friendship · positive
Old Bushel is a loyal friend and supporter of Thomas Broad, often providing counsel. How this plays out →
Relationship notes
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Old Bushel appears across 3 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- XXV: “And a Man’s Foes Shall Be They of His Own Household”
- XXVI: A Professional Consultation
- Mr. Broad's Last Church Meeting—Latimer Chapel
Chapter companion notes
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