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Deep Down, a Tale of the Cornish Mines

Deep Down, a Tale of the Cornish Mines by Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894 is often approached through characters such as Jim Cuttance, Maggot, Oliver Trembath. This page gathers the main figures and reading paths tied to the work.

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Readers usually arrive at Deep Down, a Tale of the Cornish Mines looking for a quick sense of the story, its tone, and the central conflict.

Deep Down, a Tale of the Cornish Mines also supports character-driven reading because the work has a recognizable cast that can be explored one figure at a time.

Main characters

Jim Cuttance: Loyal yet rough smuggler with a cunning streak. Known for rough yet loyal smuggler with strong personality signals; Dastardly and cowardly attack on an old man; Cunning and cool under pressure.

Maggot: Resourceful Cornish blacksmith and fisherman, family-oriented and brave. Known for resourceful and daring in his trade; gentle yet positive with children; reliable and proud of his work.

Oliver Trembath: Adventurous and brave young man with a curiosity for mining and exploration. Known for brave and determined in dangerous situations; Exhibits curiosity and enthusiasm for knowledge; Expresses admiration and praise for others.

Rose Ellis: confident, proud, and composed young woman. Known for confident and proud of her singing talent; indignant about her own or others' virtue; polite and composed in social interactions.

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Jim Cuttance

Jim Cuttance: Loyal yet rough smuggler with a cunning streak. Known for rough yet loyal smuggler with strong personality signals; Dastardly and cowardly attack on an old man; Cunning and cool under pressure.

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Maggot

Maggot: Resourceful Cornish blacksmith and fisherman, family-oriented and brave. Known for resourceful and daring in his trade; gentle yet positive with children; reliable and proud of his work.

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Oliver Trembath

Oliver Trembath: Adventurous and brave young man with a curiosity for mining and exploration. Known for brave and determined in dangerous situations; Exhibits curiosity and enthusiasm for knowledge; Expresses admiration and praise for others.

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Rose Ellis

Rose Ellis: confident, proud, and composed young woman. Known for confident and proud of her singing talent; indignant about her own or others' virtue; polite and composed in social interactions.

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