An American Tragedy · Character
George Newton
A man in Lycurgus society.
minor
Also known as George Newton, Newton, George
First appearance: book ii
George Newton shows up with force in Chapter XIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Grace Marr's brother-in-law, a narrow-minded mill worker with whom Roberta boards.
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In Chapter XIII: Grace Marr's brother-in-law, a narrow-minded mill worker with whom Roberta boards. Later, in Chapter XIX: George Newton is the head of the boarding house where Roberta stays. He observes the…
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- Extended Cast of Lycurgus and Trial
- Lycurgus Social Circle
- Trial and Defense Team
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In this excerpt, the emotional and psychological peak occurs as Clyde, isolated in the death house, is forced…
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See George Newton in book ii