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Frederick Ludelmeyer

The German-born owner of the town's hotel.

minor

Also known as Mr. Frederick F. Ludelmeyer, Mr. Ludelmeyer

First appearance: vii

Frederick Ludelmeyer shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The local grocer who observes Carol passing by and comments on her appearance to his clerk.
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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This is the dramatic climax because Carol experiences a psychological reversal: her aloofness melts, and she f…

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