The Great Gatsby · Character
Ewing Klipspringer
A frequent guest at Gatsby's mansion, known as 'the boarder' for his constant presence.
minor
Also known as Mr. Klipspringer, Klipspringer
First appearance: iii
Ewing Klipspringer shows up with force in Chapter IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned as a perpetual guest at Gatsby's mansion, known as 'the boarder,' exemplifying the parasitic hangers-on at the parties.
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In Chapter IV: Mentioned as a perpetual guest at Gatsby's mansion, known as 'the boarder,' exemplifying the parasitic hangers-on at the parties. Later, in Chapter V: The 'boarder' is briefly encountered doing exercises…
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Closing
Gatsby's delusion that he can recapture Daisy shatters here, as he waits all night for a signal that never com…
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See Ewing Klipspringer in iii