The Titan · Character
Governor Swanson
State governor involved in political dealings with Cowperwood.
minor
Also known as Swanson, Governor, ex-Governor Swanson
First appearance: Cowperwood and the Governor
Governor Swanson shows up with force in Cowperwood and the Governor. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Vetoes the bill on principle, despite financial ruin; later borrows $100,000 from Cowperwood.
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In Cowperwood and the Governor: Vetoes the bill on principle, despite financial ruin; later borrows $100,000 from Cowperwood. Later, in LVIII: A Marauder Upon the Commonwealth: His veto of the original bill and his…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Political Allies and Adversaries
- Chicago Business Rivals
- Cowperwood's Inner Circle
- Public Relations and Military Allies
- Financial Associates
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
In this passage, the narrative reaches its emotional and psychological peak by elevating Frank Cowperwood to t…
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Governor Swanson appears across 4 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- Cowperwood and the Governor
- LVIII: A Marauder Upon the Commonwealth
- LVIII: A Marauder Upon the Commonwealth
- LIX: Capital and Public Rights
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