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Herr Schlitz

A German-born resident, possibly a merchant or farmer.

minor

Also known as Schlitz, Mr. or Herr Schlitz

First appearance: i

Herr Schlitz shows up with force in XXXVII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Plays Chopin's waltz and accompanies John on piano for German lieder, showing enthusiasm for the music.
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In XXXVII: Plays Chopin's waltz and accompanies John on piano for German lieder, showing enthusiasm for the…

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JUJulietMBMrs. BixbeeMBMr. BensonMBMiss BlakeJLJohn LenoxHSHerr Schlitz

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Local married couple and outsider
  • Extended community and background characters
  • Central community figures
  • Romantic and social circle
  • Protagonist

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This excerpt marks the climax because it reveals the emotional and psychological turning point where John Leno…

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