The Titan · Character
Gardner Knowles
Architect who designs Cowperwood's Chicago mansion.
minor
Also known as Gardner Knowles, Knowles, Mr. Gardner Knowles, Mr. Knowles
First appearance: xv a new affection
Gardner Knowles shows up with force in The Coming of Stephanie Platow. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A dramatic critic who seduces Stephanie Platow, initiating her into a world of sexual liberty.
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In The Coming of Stephanie Platow: A dramatic critic who seduces Stephanie Platow, initiating her into a world of sexual liberty. Later, in XXVII: A Financier Bewitched: An admirer of Stephanie who sings her praises…
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- Other
Character groups
- Extended Social and Business Network
- Artistic and Social Connections
- Protagonist
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- Breaking point
In this passage, the narrative reaches its emotional and psychological peak by elevating Frank Cowperwood to t…
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See Gardner Knowles in xv a new affection