Roughing It · Character

Whiteman

A minor character in the mining camp stories.

minor

First appearance: roughing it

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In XXXVII: Whiteman is the elusive figure who supposedly knows the location of the cement mine; he is seen disguised in town, sparking the expedition. Later, in XLI: Referenced as 'W.' who lured Higbie away on a…

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

This is the story's dramatic climax because it presents the ultimate psychological peak of fear and vulnerabil…

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