Uploaded October 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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The trope of the Everyman is kind of a given (especially) in British media. Today, we're going to explore its origins, its use, and its purpose through the tales of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson, Bilbo Baggins and Arthur Dent.

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