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Richard Dalloway

A conservative politician who briefly visits the ship with his wife.

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Also known as Mr. Richard Dalloway, Mr. Dalloway, Dalloway

First appearance: ii

Richard Dalloway shows up with force in Chapter III. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Discusses his political views on women's suffrage and the importance of English continuity; shares a private moment with Clarissa about their ambitions.
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In Chapter III: Discusses his political views on women's suffrage and the importance of English continuity; shares a private moment with Clarissa about their ambitions. Later, in Chapter IV: Debates with Rachel about…

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See Richard Dalloway in ii

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Hewet’s internal crisis reaches its emotional peak as he confronts the tormenting possibility that Rachel is i…

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See Richard Dalloway in ii
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