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The Nigger of the Narcissus · Character

Mr. Creighton

The second mate, a young officer assisting with navigation and discipline.

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Also known as Creighton, Tall young Mr. Creighton

First appearance: i

Mr. Creighton's tie to Captain Allistoun is one of the pressures that moves The Nigger of the Narcissus—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

Mr. Creighton first appears in 0004 i.

With Captain Allistoun (professional): Captain Allistoun and Mr. Creighton share a respectful, hierarchical relationship as captain and second mate. With Mr. Baker (professional): Mr. Baker and Mr. Creighton cooperate as officers, with Baker the senior and Creighton the junior. With Mr. Baker (professional): Mr. Baker and Mr. Creighton cooperate as officers, with Baker the senior and Creighton the junior.

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MBMr. BakerJWJames WaitBEBelfastCACaptain Allist…DODonkinMCMr. Creighton

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  • Professional
  • Other

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  • Narcissus crew members
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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