The Way of All Flesh · Character
Dr. Martin
A doctor consulted by the Pontifex family.
minor
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Dr. Martin shows up with force in XXXVIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Called to examine Ellen; discovers her pregnancy and informs the Pontifexes.
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In XXXVIII: Called to examine Ellen; discovers her pregnancy and informs the Pontifexes. Later, in XLII: Called to attend Ernest after his…
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- Other
Character groups
- Pontifex family core
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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