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Théophile Goujart

A French writer and critic in Parisian circles.

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Also known as Théophile Goujart, Goujart

First appearance: i

Théophile Goujart shows up with force in III. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Goujart is also detached from Christophe by Lucien's maneuvering, further isolating Christophe.
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Théophile Goujart first appears in 0021 i.

In III: Goujart is also detached from Christophe by Lucien's maneuvering, further isolating Christophe.

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Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Parisian critics and intellectuals
  • Christophe's lovers and close friends
  • Later life companions and family
  • Protagonist
  • Jewish friends and colleagues

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This is the story's dramatic climax because Christophe reaches the emotional peak of his fugitive state—a feve…

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