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The Peacock

A vain bird who is proud of his beautiful feathers.

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Also known as The Peacock, the Peacock, A Peacock, Peacock

First appearance: The Peacock and the Crane

The Peacock shows up with force in The Peacock and the Crane. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Taunts the Crane about its dull plumage, boasting of its own brilliant colors.
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In The Peacock and the Crane: Taunts the Crane about its dull plumage, boasting of its own brilliant colors. Later, in The Peacock and Juno: Complains to Juno about his lack of a beautiful voice, despite being consoled…

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

SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

The emotional and psychological peak occurs when the victor Cock, swollen with pride after his triumph, is sud…

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