# Harley Baggott — An American Tragedy character guide

> Harley Baggott in An American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Harley Baggott, Harley, Baggott

**First appearance:** 0020-book-ii

## Who they are

A young man in Lycurgus society.

## In the story

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

Harley accompanies Clyde on the trip to the lake region, inquiring about fishing for his father and providing a casual contrast to Clyde's inner turmoil.

### [XLVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/an_american_tragedy_se/chapters/xlvii)

Mentioned in Clyde's memory of the earlier trip to Big Bittern.

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

Part of the camping party; shares a tent with Clyde.

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

Camp member who speaks with Mason and confirms Clyde's presence since Friday.

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