Martin Eden · Character
Hamilton
Another socialist who argues with Martin about philosophy.
minor
Also known as Strawn-Hamilton
First appearance: xxxii
Hamilton shows up with force in Chapter XXXVI. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A tramp and Spencerian-turned-monist who joins the debate against Norton.
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Character groups
- Socialist and intellectual circle
- Martin's intellectual and social influences
- Protagonist
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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