Short Fiction · Character
Mr. Poet Madson
A poet character, often providing commentary or humor.
minor
Also known as Madson
First appearance: Friends and Enemies
Mr. Poet Madson shows up with force in Friends and Enemies. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A poet who wrote 'Murderers of Imagination' and 'Enemies of Science' stories, criticizes Ellenby for analyzing nature, and is rescued along with Ellenby.
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Character groups
- Poet and social figures
- Core character ensemble
- Protagonist
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