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Mr. Leadham

A publisher who works with Lady Carbury.

minor

Also known as Leadham

First appearance: Lady Carbury at Home

Mr. Leadham shows up with force in Lady Carbury at Home. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Senior partner at Lady Carbury's publishing house, advises her against fighting the press and gives her a small cheque.
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In Lady Carbury at Home: Senior partner at Lady Carbury's publishing house, advises her against fighting the press and gives her a small cheque. Later, in The Wheel of Fortune: Discusses publication logistics for Lady…

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6 connections

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MLMr. LuptonLCLady CarburyMAMr. Alf JonesMBMr. BookerMBMr. BrouneMLMr. Leadham

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  • Other

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  • Minor and background figures
  • Central plot drivers
  • Protagonist

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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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