# Nicholas Yeo — Arrowsmith character guide

> Nicholas Yeo in Arrowsmith by Sinclair Lewis.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Dr. Yeo, Dr. Nicholas Yeo, Yeo

**First appearance:** 0057-i

## Who they are

A British doctor on the plague expedition.

## In the story

### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/arrowsmith_se/chapters/vi)

Head of Biology, made a Major but feels uncomfortable in uniform and struggles with saluting protocol.

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/arrowsmith_se/chapters/iii)

Mentioned as a source of irritation for Martin; his croaking voice exacerbates Martin's nervous state.

### [Chapter II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/arrowsmith_se/chapters/ii)

A candidate for the directorship who appears secret and satisfied during the election process.

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