An American Tragedy · Character
Rita Dickerman
A young woman Clyde becomes involved with in Lycurgus.
minor
Also known as Rita, Rita Dickerman, the discarded Rita
First appearance: book ii
Rita Dickerman shows up with force in Chapter VIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Introduced to Clyde; she dances with him and allows him to kiss her, initiating a potentially complicated relationship.
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In Chapter VIII: Introduced to Clyde; she dances with him and allows him to kiss her, initiating a potentially complicated relationship. Later, in IX: Pursues Clyde with direct and suggestive behavior, expecting him to…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Trial and Defense Team
- Lycurgus Social Circle
- Lycurgus Socialites and Prosecution
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- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
In this excerpt, the emotional and psychological peak occurs as Clyde, isolated in the death house, is forced…
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See Rita Dickerman in book ii