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Mr. Talbot

Friend of the narrator in 'The Spectacles', advises against the marriage.

minor

Also known as Talbot, drop Talbot

First appearance: The Spectacles

Mr. Talbot's tie to Unknown Narrator is one of the pressures that moves Short Fiction—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

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With Unknown Narrator (friendship): Mr. Talbot is a friend of the narrator who provides companionship and occasional assistance. With Unknown Narrator (friendship): Mr. Talbot is a friend of the narrator who provides…

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Character Web

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Relationship types

  • Friendship
  • Other

Character groups

  • Diverse story characters
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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Relationships

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