The Castle of Otranto · Character
Conrad
Manfred's sickly son, whose sudden death sets the plot in motion.
minor
Also known as young Conrad, Young Conrad
First appearance: the castle of otranto
Conrad shows up with force in Preface to the First Edition. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Referenced in the description of the castle layout, specifically 'the distance from the chapel to Conrad’s apartment.'
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In Preface to the First Edition: Referenced in the description of the castle layout, specifically 'the distance from the chapel to Conrad’s apartment.' Later, in I: Conrad is Manfred's sickly young son, who is killed…
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Manfred’s psychological peak occurs as he confronts the impossibility of his situation, torn between resigning…
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