Cup of Gold · Character
Young Henry
The restless Welsh boy who listens to an old prophetess foretell his future, then slips away from his mother's table toward the Indies before dawn.
supporting
Also known as young Henry, Henry, Now young Henry, III Young Henry
First appearance: I
As a supporting figure in Cup of Gold, Young Henry is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
The protagonist, a restless boy dreaming of the Indies.
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In I: The protagonist, a restless boy dreaming of the Indies. Later, in VII: Leaves home secretly, walks to Cardiff, and experiences…
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Character groups
- Extended cast of the Caribbean world
- Protagonist
- Colonial authorities and informants
- Welsh origins and mentors
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- Breaking point
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- Closing
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