The Way of All Flesh · Character
Mr. Baxter
Neighbors or acquaintances of the Pontifex family.
minor
Also known as Mrs. Baxter, Mr. and Mrs. Baxter
First appearance: x
Mr. Baxter shows up with force in LVIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A Methodist lodger who advises Ernest against meddling with Mr.
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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