My Kinsman, Major Molineux | Characters
As with most of Hawthorne's short stories, attention is focused on a single figure in "My Kinsman, Major Molineux," and virtually every other character serves some functional purpose in highlighting the qualities of the protagonist. Robin's perception of himself and the reader's perception are quite different. The youngster is optimistic and believes he is "shrewd" (a word used with ironic overtones throughout the story). He is convinced he is going to make his mark in the world with the help of an uncle who has connections. As a result, he is unable to recognize the many hints he...
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