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The Sketchbook of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent. · Character
The Englishman
A generic English traveler encountered by the narrator.
minor
First appearance: the voyage
The Englishman first appears in 0004 the voyage.
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- Historical and allegorical figures
- Literary and folk characters
- Protagonist
- Miscellaneous characters and references
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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