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The Englishman

A type representing English psychology and philosophical tendencies.

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Also known as The Englishman

First appearance: i prejudices of philosophers

The Englishman shows up with force in 189. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Exemplifies an 'industrious race' whose instinct hallows Sunday, creating a subconscious longing for the workweek as a form of cleverly intercalated fast.
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In 189: Exemplifies an 'industrious race' whose instinct hallows Sunday, creating a subconscious longing for the workweek as a form of cleverly intercalated fast. Later, in Chapter 228: Collectively characterized as…

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TNThe NarratorTGThe GermansCDCharles DarwinTJThe JewsCHChristianityTEThe Englishman

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  • Other

Character groups

  • European Cultural Pantheon
  • Protagonist
  • German Intellectual Figures

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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