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The Rocking-Horse Winner

by D. H. Lawrence

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The Rocking-Horse Winner

Bassett's role in "The Rocking-Horse Winner" is that of a caretaker and confidant to Paul. His motivations for keeping Paul's secret stem from his deep loyalty and respect for Paul. Bassett believes...

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The Rocking-Horse Winner

In "The Rocking-Horse Winner," Paul partners with Bassett and Uncle Oscar to place bets on horse races. Paul provides winning predictions, Bassett places the bets, and Uncle Oscar funds them. They...

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