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The Magnificent Ambersons · Character

Young Akers

A young man from a local family, involved in minor social scenes.

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Also known as Young Akers, Akers, the elder Akers, Henry Akers, this young Akers, Harry

First appearance: i

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LMLucy MorganSASydney AmbersonOJOld John MinaferGAGeorge Amberso…FKFred KinneyYAYoung Akers

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Amberson family and associates
  • Minor characters and servants
  • Protagonist

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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