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Mr. Fallik

A Jewish shopkeeper or tailor.

minor

Also known as Mr. Fallik

First appearance: section i

Mr. Fallik shows up with force in IV: Fire Engine. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A theater associate who joins Harry Goldweiser backstage and comments on Ellen's performance.
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Character Web

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HGHarry GoldweiserETEllen ThatcherRPRuth PrynneEMEmily MerivaleMOMr. OglethorpeMFMr. Fallik

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Background figures and minor characters
  • Elite social climbers

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SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

The emotional and psychological peak occurs when Ellen, confronted with the word "Sarajevo" and the impending…

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See Mr. Fallik in section i