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John Henry Carter

A boy from White Sands who gets lost with Davy.

minor

Also known as John Henry, little John Henry Carter

First appearance: xvii a chapter of accidents

John Henry Carter shows up with force in An Irate Neighbour. The page is where that presence becomes real.

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In An Irate Neighbour: Mentioned as Mr. Harrison's hired boy; tells stories about Mr. Harrison's housekeeping and the parrot…

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DKDora KeithCSCharlie SloaneMJMr. J. A. Harr…ASAnne ShirleyGBGilbert BlytheJHJohn Henry Carter

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  • Avonlea community members
  • Extended community and visitors
  • Protagonist

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This chapter is the dramatic climax because it marks the peak of Anne and Gilbert’s covert collaboration, reve…

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See John Henry Carter in xvii a chapter of accidents