Mauprat · Character
Sir Arthur Lee
An American doctor with Enlightenment ideals and an easy laugh, whose rational friendship steadies Bernard through the darkest hours of his trial.
supporting
Also known as Arthur
First appearance: iii
As a supporting figure in Mauprat, Sir Arthur Lee is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Mentioned as having honored Bernard with kindness and advice, contributing to Bernard's pretensions to 'American' sublimity.
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With Edmée de Mauprat (friendship): Sir Arthur Lee is a kind American friend who supports Edmée and helps protect her from danger. With Edmée de Mauprat (friendship): Sir Arthur Lee is a kind American friend who…
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- Friendship
- Other
Character groups
- Moral and intellectual guides
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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friendship · positive
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