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The Works of Max Beerbohm · Character

Mr. Walter Pater

Essayist and critic, influential on aestheticism and dandyism.

minor

Also known as Pater

First appearance: the pervasion of rouge

Mr. Walter Pater shows up with force in Diminuendo. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Seen at Ryman's; Beerbohm describes his disappointment upon seeing Pater and critiques his style and philosophy.
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Mr. Walter Pater first appears in 0006 the pervasion of rouge.

In Diminuendo: Seen at Ryman's; Beerbohm describes his disappointment upon seeing Pater and critiques his style and philosophy.

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Aesthetic Movement and Dandy Gallery
  • Dandyism and Society Contrasts
  • Protagonist

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  • Closing

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