Hard Times · Character
E. W. B. Childers
A performer in Sleary's circus, father of the equestrian star.
minor
Also known as Mr. Childers, Childers, E. W. B. Childers, E. W. B.
First appearance: Sleary's Horsemanship
E. W. B. Childers shows up with force in Sleary's Horsemanship. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Informs Gradgrind and Bounderby that Jupe has likely run away due to his failing performance, and expresses hope that they might help Sissy.
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- Circus Performers & Hidden Connections
- Utilitarian Society & Oppressed Workers
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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