Can Such Things Be? · Character
Silas Deemer
A dead storekeeper who returns to his old shop, visible behind the counter to a crowd of townsfolk, quietly attending to his account book.
supporting
Also known as Silas, Deemer, the late Silas Deemer
First appearance: the difficulty of crossing a field
As a supporting figure in Can Such Things Be?, Silas Deemer is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
The deceased merchant who returns as a ghost to his store, attempting to resume business.
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Deemer is a well-known village merchant whose death and burial are followed by reports of his ghost appearing in the closed store, lit by an eerie glow. The townspeople gather to watch, at first mocking, then silent as…
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- Rivalry
- Family
- Other
Character groups
- Supernatural Accusations
- Mysterious Tragedies
- Family Secrets
- Ghostly Visions
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Falling action.
- Setup
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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- Alvan Creede
rivalry · negative
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- Janette Harford
family · negative
- Alvan Creede
rivalry · negative
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