Erewhon · Character

Arowhena

A young Erewhonian woman whose quiet disregard hides a devotion strong enough to risk death, disgrace, and a one-way flight to England.

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Also known as XVI Arowhena

First appearance: XVI: Arowhena

As a major figure in Erewhon, Arowhena is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

An Erewhonian woman with whom the narrator falls in love.

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With Narrator (romantic): Arowhena is the narrator's beloved and eventual wife, their relationship central to the plot and filled with deep affection. With Zulora (family): Arowhena and Zulora are sisters, with Zulora being the elder and initially the object of the narrator's affection. With Erewhonians (social): Arowhena is a native Erewhonian, and her relationship with her people is one of belonging but also tension due to her love for the outsider narrator.

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Relationship types

Romantic
Family
Social
Other

Character groups

Erewhonian Society and Love Interest
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Aftermath
Closing

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Narrator
romantic · positive
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Zulora
family · ambivalent
Erewhonians
social · ambivalent
Narrator
romantic · positive
Arowhena is the narrator's beloved and eventual wife, their relationship central to the… How this plays out →

Narrator
Arowhena is the narrator's beloved and eventual wife, their relationship central to the plot and filled with deep affection.
Zulora
Arowhena and Zulora are sisters, with Zulora being the elder and initially the object of the narrator's affection.
Erewhonians
Arowhena is a native Erewhonian, and her relationship with her people is one of belonging but also tension due to her love for the outsider narrator.
Narrator
Arowhena is the narrator's beloved and eventual wife, their relationship central to the plot and filled with deep affection.

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In the story

Arowhena appears across 8 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

Erewhon
An Erewhonian woman with whom the narrator falls in love.
The Musical Banks
Accompanies the family to the bank; the narrator notes her presence among the ladies.
XVI: Arowhena
Described as perfection, graceful, and unselfish; the narrator's love interest; defends Erewhonian religious views.
Birth Formulae
Arowhena is mentioned as not being the source of the information; the narrator heard it from others.
The Colleges of Unreason
Shares a poignant moment with the narrator in the garden, expressing sorrow for their situation.
XXV: The Machines—Concluded
Mentioned as escaping with the narrator, though not directly appearing in the chapter.
Escape
Agrees to escape with the narrator despite the dangers, showing courage and trust.
Conclusion
Accompanies the narrator to London; her presence is deemed necessary for the proposed scheme.

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