Martin Eden · Character
Professor Caldwell
A university professor who discusses philosophy with Martin.
minor
Also known as Caldwell
First appearance: XXXI
Professor Caldwell's tie to Martin Eden is one of the pressures that moves Martin Eden—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
Engages in a deep intellectual conversation with Martin at the party, discussing literature and philosophy; Martin perceives him as a man with a 'secret shame.'
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- Social
- Other
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- Minor characters from various social spheres
- Socialist and intellectual circle
- Protagonist
- Martin's intellectual and social influences
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