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The Master

An allegorical figure of authority and oppression in the narrative.

minor

Also known as The Master, the master, the Master

First appearance: v the servant in the house

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TNThe NarratorTWThe WomanTSThe StrangerTMThe Master

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Historical and Cultural Figures
  • Protagonist
  • Family and Ancestors

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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