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John Hopgood

A member of the Hopgood family, possibly a servant or local figure.

minor

Also known as John, Hopgood

First appearance: xxii hopgood

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MSMr. SylvesterCMConstantia MariaPAPaulaHHHamlet HopgoodMSMrs. SylvesterJHJohn Hopgood

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  • Other

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  • Extended family and background
  • Protagonist
  • Central social circle

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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