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Gower

Chorus figure who narrates and introduces scenes throughout the play.

minor

First appearance: pericles

Gower shows up with force in Scene IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Narrates the scene and introduces the dumb show.
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In Scene IV: Narrates the scene and introduces the dumb show. Later, in Scene II: Acts as chorus, narrating the conclusion of the story…

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5 connections

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THThaisaPEPericlesHEHelicanusKSKing SimonidesMAMarinaGOGower

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Antioch, Tarsus, and narrators
  • Brothel and Ephesus characters
  • Protagonist
  • Pentapolis and helpers

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This scene is the dramatic climax because it presents the emotional and psychological peak of Thaisa’s despair…

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Gower appears across 3 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

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