Eric Birling Flashcards
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Character summary of Eric Birling
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Symbolic of redepmtion (no matter the atrocities committed in his past, everyone has the capability to change/improve)
Naive/ignorant/immature –> remorseful/regret/accepting
Drinking problems (to deal w past)
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Key quotes for Eric Birling
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“Half shy, half assertive” “bitter”
“You dont understand anything” - childish argument OR misunderstood
“The state when a chap easily turns nasty” - alcohlic, using as excuse
“Yes i remember” - regrettful, accepting
