Jude the Obscure · Character

Mr. Cartlett

Arabella's second husband, a publican.

minor

First appearance: jude the obscure

Mr. Cartlett shows up with force in V. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Arabella's current husband; a bloated tavern keeper; argues with Arabella at the show.

Mr. Cartlett first appears in 0001 jude the obscure.

In V: Arabella's current husband; a bloated tavern keeper; argues with Arabella at the show.

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Story tension across the book.

Jude’s emotional and psychological peak occurs when he declares his intention to commit suicide, having “seen…

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