Short Fiction · Character
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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- Friendship
- Other
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- Diverse story characters
- Protagonist
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friendship · positive
- Unknown Narrator
friendship · positive
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See Mr. Talbot in The Spectacles