The Autobiography of Mark Twain · Character
Will Bowen
Childhood friend from Hannibal.
minor
Also known as Will, Sam Bowen
First appearance: volume i early days
Will Bowen shows up with force in Friday, March 9, 1906. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Schoolmate and Mississippi pilot who died of yellow fever with his brother Sam.
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- Other
Character groups
- Extended Acquaintances and Cultural Figures
- Nevada and Criminal Connections
- Early Influences and Philosophical Figures
- Business and Political Acquaintances
- Theatrical and Business Associates
- Family and Household
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- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Will Bowen in volume i early days