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Tom Brown’s School Days · Character

Farmer Ives

A local farmer who appears at the village feast.

minor

Also known as old Farmer Ives

First appearance: part i ii the veast

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See Farmer Ives in part i ii the veastBook page

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With Benjamin (social): Benjamin and Farmer Ives are local acquaintances in the rural community around Tom's home, interacting in village life. With Benjamin (social): Benjamin and Farmer Ives are local acquaintances in…

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See Farmer Ives in part i ii the veast

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CLCharity LambBEBenjaminTBTom BrownHEHarry EastWSWillum SmithFIFarmer Ives

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  • Social
  • Other

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  • Village and Home Characters
  • Minor and Background Characters
  • Protagonist
  • Rugby School Core Characters

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See Farmer Ives in part i ii the veast
See Farmer Ives in part i ii the veast