# Arthur Kinsella — An American Tragedy character guide

> Arthur Kinsella in An American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Kinsella, Arthur Kinsella

**First appearance:** 0068-book-iii

## Who they are

A detective involved in the case.

## In the story

### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/an_american_tragedy_se/chapters/vii)

A short, thick, smooth-faced bellhop, reported to be a wizard at gambling. He continues Hegglund's instructions for Clyde.

### [IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/an_american_tragedy_se/chapters/ix)

Attends the dinner and contributes to the conversation about past brothel visits.

### [Chapter X](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/an_american_tragedy_se/chapters/x)

Kinsella is present and calls attention to Clyde drinking whisky.

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