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Ed Thomas

Father of Tom Foster, a carpenter.

minor

Also known as Edward the father, Tom

First appearance: drink

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Unfulfilled dreams and isolation
  • Protagonist
  • Outsiders and misfits
  • Family legacy and conflict

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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