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William Robbins

A fallacious character in the novel of the black seal.

minor

Also known as Robbins

First appearance: novel of the black seal

William Robbins's tie to Mr. Burton is one of the pressures that moves The Three Impostors—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

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With Mr. Burton (professional): Mr. Burton employs or works with William Robbins, possibly as a servant or assistant. With Mr. Burton (professional): Mr. Burton employs or works with William Robbins, possibly as a…

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MBMr. BurtonMDMr. DysonSMSignora MeliniWRWilliam Robbins

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  • Professional
  • Other

Character groups

  • Gold Tiberius and Italian intrigue
  • Protagonist

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

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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