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Martin Brown

A frugal, honest farmer who cannot fathom a boy who prefers Plato to turnips, Martin Brown raises his orphaned nephew Aymer with a roof, a bed, and not a penny more.

supporting

Also known as Martin, old Martin Brown, Old Martin Brown, old Martin

First appearance: book i facts

As a supporting figure in World’s End, Martin Brown is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Sends Aymer to transact business with Jason Waldron, recognizing Aymer's suitability for the task.
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Martin Brown is a sturdy, well-meaning farmer who took in his sister's child and gave him shelter but no money, expecting Aymer to earn his keep among the sheep and ewes. Utterly incapable of understanding a mind…

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See Martin Brown in book i facts

Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Martin Brown in book i facts