The Idiot · Character

Keller

A disgraced boxer and minor hanger-on in Myshkin's circle.

minor

Also known as Keller, Mr. Keller

First appearance: part ii vi

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In Chapter VIII: The boxer; appears delighted with the article, twisting his moustaches with affected dignity. Later, in III: Offers himself as a second for a duel, believing Myshkin will be challenged by Lieutenant…

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See Keller in part ii vi

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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The narrative climax occurs here because Varvara Ardalionovna’s return home in a state of “considerable mental…

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See Keller in part ii vi