Culture and Anarchy · Character
Mr. Odger
A working-class political activist mentioned in reform discussions.
minor
Also known as Mr. Odger
First appearance: culture and anarchy
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Cited as the virtuous mean of working-class qualities.
Mr. Odger first appears in 0002 culture and anarchy.
With Narrator (rivalry): Mr. Odger, a labor leader, represents the working-class political activism the narrator sees as lacking the refining influence of culture.
In Barbarians, Philistines, Populace: Cited as the virtuous mean of working-class qualities.
Later, in Conclusion: Mentioned as a potential future figure who, with Mr. Bradlaugh, aims to oust both Barbarians and Philistines for the Populace.
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