Short Fiction · Character

Larry Moon

Character in stories, often a friend or acquaintance.

minor

Also known as Moon, Larry

First appearance: my roomy

Larry Moon shows up with force in II. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The narrator's current roommate, with whom he is satisfied.

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In II: The narrator's current roommate, with whom he is satisfied. Later, in IV: Larry is mentioned as the batter whose turn Elliott…

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II
The narrator's current roommate, with whom he is satisfied.
IV
Larry is mentioned as the batter whose turn Elliott replaces in a key game.
Tour No. 2
Narrator and letter writer, traveling with his wife Minnie and Professor Baker.
I
Narrator writing letters to his brother Ed about his trip to Europe with his wife Minnie.
II
Narrator of the chapter, writing letters to his brother Eddy about his experiences in Europe during the war.
I
Jim's manager, who explains the economic realities of being a champion with no challengers.
II
Jim's matchmaker, excited about the potential of a fight with Goulet.
III
Promoter strategizing to build a championship fight between Goulet and Dugan, using media manipulation and financial incentives.
IV
As manager, arranges fights and accepts the offer to meet Joe Barnes, risking the title.
V
Masterminds the negotiation, using deception and theatrical tactics to secure a $500,000 offer and bring in Charley Riggs.
VI
Recruits the narrator to keep Jim Dugan company during training camp, explaining the difficulty of the upcoming fight.
VIII
Mentioned as having said 'Didn't I tell you!' after the fight, referring to his advice to Charley Riggs.
Nora
Referred to as 'Frank Moon', the lyricist who collaborates with Morris and contributes to the plot changes.

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