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Capt. Bullock

A ship captain encountered during the narrator's journey.

minor

Also known as Bullock, himself

First appearance: to cuba and back

Capt. Bullock shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Captain Bullock is mentioned as the ship's commander who ensures the Cahawba sails precisely at the scheduled hour.
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In I: Captain Bullock is mentioned as the ship's commander who ensures the Cahawba sails precisely at the scheduled hour. Later, in II: Mentioned as the commander of the Cahawba, praised for his quiet and effective…

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UNUnknown NarratorMRMr. RodgersTYThe Young Capt…TJThe JesuitsTMThe MasterCBCapt. Bullock

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

The narrative climax occurs in the juxtaposition of the trivial, universal Cuban habit of smoking—where a dyin…

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