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Ibsen

The playwright, referenced in the preface as a dramatic influence.

minor

Also known as Ibsen

First appearance: preface resumed

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LCLord ChamberlainESEliza Shakespe…HAHamletMMMistress Mary …SHSir Henry IrvingIBIbsen

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  • Minor and referenced characters
  • Great Catherine court
  • Preface literary references
  • Dark Lady preface figures

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This scene is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak where the Cloaked Man…

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