The Scarlet Pimpernel · Character

Mr. Jellyband

The innkeeper of the Fisherman's Rest in Dover.

minor

Also known as Jellyband, honest Jellyband, worthy Mr. Jellyband

First appearance: Dover: The Fisherman's Rest

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The landlord of the Fisherman's Rest, a prosperous and opinionated man who loudly denounces French spies and revolutionaries.

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Mr. Jellyband first appears in 0003 ii dover the fisherman s rest.

In Dover: The Fisherman's Rest: The landlord of the Fisherman's Rest, a prosperous and opinionated man who loudly denounces French spies and revolutionaries.

Later, in The Refugees: The innkeeper, bustling and loyal, vouches for the two strangers and welcomes the noble guests.

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French aristocrats and allies
Dover inn characters
Minor helpers and background figures

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Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Dover: The Fisherman's Rest
The landlord of the Fisherman's Rest, a prosperous and opinionated man who loudly denounces French spies and revolutionaries.
The Refugees
The innkeeper, bustling and loyal, vouches for the two strangers and welcomes the noble guests.
The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel
The innkeeper, he serves the party and announces the arrival of the Blakeneys.
V: Marguerite
Flustered by the arrival of Lady Blakeney and the ensuing tension.
Suspense
Innkeeper at the Fisherman's Rest; suspicious of Marguerite's late-night meeting with Sir Andrew, but provides hospitality.
XXIV: The Deathtrap
Not directly present in this chapter, but Brogard's actions mirror his role as an innkeeper; not included.

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