Crome Yellow · Character
Mr. Barbecue-Smith
A beaming inspirational author who measures genius in words-per-hour and offers Denis the secret of Inspiration, free of charge.
supporting
Also known as Barbecue - Smith, VI Mr. Barbecue - Smith, Smith
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As a supporting figure in Crome Yellow, Mr. Barbecue-Smith is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Mentioned as an author of inspirational books; invited for the next weekend.
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Mr. Barbecue-Smith is the visiting literary celebrity at Crome, a man whose expansive self-satisfaction fills any room he warms himself in. He corners the young, uncertain Denis with unsolicited advice, boasting of…
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- Other
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- Crome House Party Core
- Protagonist
- Eccentric Guests and Locals
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Denis’s decision to send the telegram ordering himself back to town marks the story’s dramatic climax because…
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