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Gaston

A minor character, possibly a child or servant.

minor

Also known as Gaston - Marie

First appearance: germinal

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MAMadeleineÉLÉtienne LantierVAVandameN/Négrel / M. He…MDMonsieur Deneu…GAGaston

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Maheu Family & Bourgeoisie
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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This excerpt marks the dramatic climax because Étienne experiences a profound psychological reversal: his past…

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