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The Vicar of Wakefield · Character

Mr. Arnold

A minor character, possibly a neighbor or acquaintance.

minor

First appearance: xxv

Mr. Arnold shows up with force in Chapter XIX. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The master of the house who welcomes Dr.
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In Chapter XIX: The master of the house who welcomes Dr. Primrose and invites George after learning he is the Vicar's…

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Character Web

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DPDr. PrimroseOPOlivia PrimroseMTMr. ThornhillDPDick PrimroseMAMr. Arnold

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended cast and background figures
  • Protagonist
  • Primrose family and associates

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Mr. Arnold in xxv
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