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Kenneth

The local doctor who attends the Earnshaws and Lintons.

minor

Also known as Mr. Kenneth

First appearance: ix

Kenneth shows up with force in XII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The doctor who examines Catherine and warns of possible permanent mental alienation.
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ZIZillahCECatherine Earn…CLCatherine LintonHEHeathcliffNDNelly DeanKEKenneth

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  • Minor or background characters
  • Core narrative characters
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Kenneth in ix
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