Charles Beaumont

IX

Agent for Hodgson, Lotter and Company; examines the factory thoroughly before advising purchase; reluctantly accepts dinner invitation.

X

Relates his family history and personal story, explaining his French-Canadian origins and return to Russia as a business agent.

XI

Dines with Pólozof and his daughter; discusses American customs, abolitionism, and the need for practical activity; reveals knowledge of Mrs. Kirsánova's experiment.

XII

Shows deep interest in Vera Pavlovna and the cooperative, but asks Katerina to keep his inquiries secret.

XIII

Frequents the Pólozofs' and is considered an excellent match by Pólozof; he carefully arranges the factory purchase to avoid misunderstandings.

XIV

Visits Katerina Vasílyevna, initially met with suspicion but gradually builds rapport; his interest in the Kirsánofs wanes.

XV

Shows interest in the Kirsánofs' happiness but seems incapable of falling in love, though Katerina believes he may love her.

Chapter XVI

Explains his absence due to a minor arm injury and engages in polite conversation with Katerina.

XVII

Accepts Katerina's unconventional behavior without protest, sometimes asking her to stay longer but never forcing the issue.

XVIII

Argues that girls lack the experience to choose husbands wisely, advocates for longer trials, and shows personal interest in the woman question.

Chapter XX

Tells the story of his life after arriving in the United States, including naturalization and work with the Abolitionists.

XXI

Lives temporarily at the factory with his wife, later moves into adjoining flat.

XXII

Mentioned as being inveigled into a game and put into the corner, indicating his participation in the family circle.

XXIII

Exchanges glances with Viéra Pavlovna, reassures his wife, and participates in the evening's activities.