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Mr. Norman Douglas

Writer and critic, referenced in discussions of character and style.

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Also known as Mr. Douglas

First appearance: i introductory

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  • Diverse characters and narrative theory
  • Psychological depth and prophetic vision
  • Protagonist
  • Flat characters and authorial technique
  • Character transformation and flatness

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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