A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man · Character
Vincent Heron
A rival student at Belvedere College who taunts Stephen.
minor
Also known as Heron
First appearance: II
Vincent Heron shows up with force in II. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A schoolmate who bullies Stephen, mocking his literary tastes and forcing him to admit Byron's worth.
Vincent Heron first appears in 0003 ii.
In II: A schoolmate who bullies Stephen, mocking his literary tastes and forcing him to admit Byron's worth.
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Character groups
- Belvedere rivals and literary references
- Protagonist
- Diverse influences and acquaintances
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