# Endicott Everett Atkins — Dodsworth character guide

> Endicott Everett Atkins in Dodsworth by Sinclair Lewis.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Mr. Atkins, Atkins, old Atkins

**First appearance:** 0002-i

## Who they are

An older American businessman and friend of Sam's.

## Relationships

### [Sam Dodsworth](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dodsworth_se/characters/sam_dodsworth)

_professional_

A fellow businessman and acquaintance from Sam's professional network, representing the American industrial elite.

### [Sam Dodsworth](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dodsworth_se/characters/sam_dodsworth)

_professional_

A fellow businessman and acquaintance from Sam's professional network, representing the American industrial elite.

## In the story

### [XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dodsworth_se/chapters/xiv)

A portly, dignified American literary critic who resembles Henry James. He speaks measuredly, has no sense of humor, and impresses Fran with his knowledge.

### [Chapter XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dodsworth_se/chapters/xv)

Dominates the Dodsworths' social circle; holds forth on cultural duties; makes Sam feel nagged about art and travel; Sam finds him less appealing than Madame de Pénable.

### [Chapter XXVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dodsworth_se/chapters/xxvi)

Seen briefly by Sam in a passing motor, looking disgusted at the scene with Tub.

### [XXXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dodsworth_se/chapters/xxxi)

Mentioned in passing: Sam is excited to see that Atkins has dined with a celebrity at Ciro's.

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