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An American Tragedy · Character

Charlie Wilkens

A bellhop acquaintance of Clyde.

minor

Also known as Wilkens, Charlie, Charlie Wilkens

First appearance: i

Charlie Wilkens first appears in 0001 i.

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BGBert GettlerTRThomas RattererRARoberta AldenEGEmily GriffithsHBHortense BriggsCWCharlie Wilkens

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended Cast of Lycurgus and Trial
  • Lycurgus Social Circle
  • Trial and Defense Team

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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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