The Way We Live Now · Character
Lord De Griffin
A nobleman mentioned in passing.
minor
First appearance: iii the beargarden
Lord De Griffin shows up with force in The India Office. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Lord De Griffin is the under-secretary of state at the India Office, a studious and shy peer.
Lord De Griffin first appears in 0002 iii the beargarden.
In The India Office: Lord De Griffin is the under-secretary of state at the India Office, a studious and shy peer. Melmotte accosts him and demands an introduction to the Emperor, causing Lord De Griffin to attempt a weak escape.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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