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Daniel d'Arthez

A grave, principled writer and the moral anchor of his literary circle, d'Arthez is the friend in whom Gaston confides his most painful scruples.

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Also known as Daniel d'Arthez, Daniel, D'Arthez, d'Arthez

First appearance: XLIX: Marie Gaston to Daniel d’Arthez

As a supporting figure in Letters of Two Brides, Daniel d'Arthez is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Recipient of the letter; Marie asks him to be a witness and confides in him as a trusted friend.
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Daniel d'Arthez is a novelist of serious purpose, respected by the young men around him for his integrity and his refusal of easy success. He serves as confidant and witness, the man Gaston trusts with the truth about…

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LDLouise de Chau…MGMarie GastonRDRenée de Mauco…DDDaniel d'Arthez

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Louise's second marriage
  • Protagonist
  • Main character circle

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Falling action.

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Daniel d'Arthez in XLIX: Marie Gaston to Daniel d’Arthez
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