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Gustav Sjöholm

A member of the theatrical company.

minor

Also known as Gustav Sjöholm

First appearance: xv the theatrical company phoenix

Gustav Sjöholm shows up with force in At the Publisher's. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned as an example of Smith's ability to manufacture a literary reputation through aggressive marketing.
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  • Closing

Falk reaches his emotional and psychological nadir here, experiencing complete disillusionment and loss of sel…

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See Gustav Sjöholm in xv the theatrical company phoenix