Travel Essays · Character
Mackay
A Scottish figure, possibly a historical or literary reference with narrative presence.
minor
First appearance: edinburgh
Mackay shows up with force in Steerage Scenes. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Sullenly damns the impudence of the cabin passengers after their condescending visit.
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In Steerage Scenes: Sullenly damns the impudence of the cabin passengers after their condescending visit. Later, in Steerage Types: A small Scotsman, intelligent and cynical, who blames his failure on drink and corrupt…
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- Other
Character groups
- Extended Cast of Travels and History
- Miscellaneous Travel Acquaintances
- Camisard and Religious Figures
- Scottish and French Figures
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This passage marks the dramatic climax because it reverses the narrator’s initial expectation of confrontation…
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