# Arthur — Martin Eden character guide

> Arthur in Martin Eden by Jack London.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0001-martin-eden

## Who they are

Ruth's brother who introduces Martin to the Morse family.

## In the story

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/martin_eden_se/chapters/i)

Martin's friend who brings him to the Morse home and introduces him to Ruth.

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/martin_eden_se/chapters/ii)

Martin's host, who had described him as a 'wild man' to his family. He tries to draw Martin out during dinner.

### [Chapter VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/martin_eden_se/chapters/vii)

Mentioned as a possible alternative source of advice for Martin.

### [Chapter X](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/martin_eden_se/chapters/x)

Leads Martin in planning a Sunday bicycle ride into the hills with Ruth.

### [Chapter XIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/martin_eden_se/chapters/xiii)

Present during discussions; has read Spencer but it made no vital impression on him.

### [Chapter XX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/martin_eden_se/chapters/xx)

Seconds Norman's proposal for the moonlight sail and engages in a wordy wrangle with Norman and Olney.

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