Travel Essays · Character

The Officer

A military or police officer encountered during travels.

minor

Also known as the officer, The officer

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A short, grizzling, thickset man, an old soldier and former commandant now a novice at the monastery, who becomes furious when the narrator praises Gambetta's moderation.

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The Officer first appears in 0000 an inland voyage.

With The Doctor (professional): The Doctor and The Officer interact in a military or institutional setting, likely as medical and command personnel.

In The Boarders: A short, grizzling, thickset man, an old soldier and former commandant now a novice at the monastery, who becomes furious when the narrator praises Gambetta's moderation.

Later, in The Amateur Emigrant: The ship's officer is mentioned in the context of shipboard life and authority.

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Relationship types

Professional
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Character groups

Miscellaneous Travel Acquaintances
Scottish and French Figures
Historical and Nautical References
Camisard and Religious Figures

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Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Relationships

The Doctor
professional · ambivalent
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The Officer appears across 4 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

The Boarders
A short, grizzling, thickset man, an old soldier and former commandant now a novice at the monastery, who becomes furious when the narrator praises Gambetta's moderation.
The Amateur Emigrant
The ship's officer is mentioned in the context of shipboard life and authority.
The Sick Man
Officer of the watch on the bridge; directs the narrator to find a steward.
Across the Plains
A train officer is mentioned, enforcing rules and maintaining order, symbolizing the constraints of society even in the open plains.

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