The Financier · Character
Mr. Semple
Lillian Cowperwood's brother-in-law.
minor
Also known as Semple
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Mr. Semple shows up with force in Chapter VI. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Alfred Semple visits the Cowperwoods to discuss streetcar investments and is considering a new line on Fifth and Sixth streets.
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In Chapter VI: Alfred Semple visits the Cowperwoods to discuss streetcar investments and is considering a new line on Fifth and Sixth streets. Later, in VII: Lillian's late husband; dies of pneumonia after insisting on…
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- Cowperwood's inner circle
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- Closing
This excerpt marks the dramatic climax because it depicts the precise moment when Butler, through the ruse wit…
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