Hard Times · Character

The Late Mr. Sparsit

Mrs. Sparsit's deceased husband, a former member of parliament.

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Also known as The late Mr. Sparsit

First appearance: vii mrs sparsit

The Late Mr. Sparsit first appears in 0007 vii mrs sparsit.

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Narrative arc

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

This is the story's dramatic climax because Louisa’s awakening from a "torpor" marks the emotional and psychol…

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