Short Fiction · Character

Jim Mather

A young man from a wealthy family, involved in social circles.

minor

Also known as Jim, Mather, Mrs. James Mather, James Mather

First appearance: I

Jim Mather shows up with force in Porcelain and Pink. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Lois's literary date; mistakenly converses with Julie through the bathroom window, believing she is Lois.

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In Porcelain and Pink: Lois's literary date; mistakenly converses with Julie through the bathroom window, believing she is Lois. Later, in…

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Porcelain and Pink
Lois's literary date; mistakenly converses with Julie through the bathroom window, believing she is Lois.
VI
The burglar who worries about the false teeth and returns them.
Mr. Icky
Not present; no match found in excerpt.
A Wild Thing
The man from the settlements, vibrant and youthful, who asks for directions to the Tantrum cabin.
A Mountain Feud
Referenced indirectly as part of the mountain community; no direct appearance.
The Birth of Love
No direct match; character not found in provided excerpts.
A Mountain Battle
The stranger from the settlements, who tries to escape and ultimately sacrifices himself with Jemina.
Hot and Cold Blood
Reflects on an encounter with an old man, contributing to the chapter's thematic exploration of aging and memory.
I
Jaqueline's husband; a kind and generous man who lends money to a friend and gives up his seat on the streetcar, provoking his wife's anger.
Chapter II
Jim Mather is confronted by his wife Jaqueline about being too generous and easily used by others, leading to a tense argument and later a failed attempt to borrow money.
III
Reflects on his past, decides to stop doing favors, and refuses a loan from Mr. Lacy.
IV
Struggles with guilt and moral indecision after refusing Mr. Lacy's request; eventually calls to reverse his decision.
I
The narrator's friend who accompanies Joe and Eddie, and later reports the assault.

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