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Jonathan Harker’s Journal - 1 October, evening
An Analysis of Chapter 20
Tone
Inquisitive And Suspenseful With A Mix Of Urgency And Methodical Problem-Solving.
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exciting - (3) | Crystal-clear - (5) | Hostile - (4) | A little - (2) | Quick - (4) |
Basically...
Jonathan Harker continues his investigation into the boxes Dracula transported to London, extracting information from various individuals and piecing together possible locations where Dracula may have distributed the boxes meant for his use. Dr. Seward observes Renfield's behavior, noting the patient's rapidly changing moods and cryptic comments.
In more detail...
Jonathan Harker visits Thomas Snelling and Joseph Smollet to uncover information about the boxes transported for Dracula. Despite a drunken Snelling being unhelpful, Harker learns, through Smollet, that six boxes were deposited at Mile End and another six at Bermondsey. Smollet also mentions Sam Bloxam, who might know the location of other boxes, leading Harker on a chase that eventually provides the address of a house in Piccadilly. Concurrently, Dr. Seward ponders over Renfield's behaviors and his obsession with life and souls. Through Renfield's ramblings, Seward senses a potential connection to Dracula and grows concerned. Concurrently, the group congregates to discuss their discoveries and plan to seize the boxes by daybreak. At the chapter's end, Renfield has an outburst and is found injured.
Characters
- Jonathan Harker
- About - In this chapter, Harker continues his investigation into Dracula's whereabouts by discussing with several informants which leads him to potentially significant discoveries concerning the locations of the vampire's boxes. His perseverance and dedication are highlighted as he navigates through misleading information and piecing together elusive clues.
- Personality Traits - Dedicated, inquisitive, and methodical in his investigative approach.
- Physical Characteristics - Jonathan Harker's physical characteristics are not specifically detailed in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Thomas Snelling - An informant who was too intoxicated to provide useful information, leading Harker to Joseph Smollet.
- Joseph Smollet - The responsible party for transporting some of Dracula's boxes, provides key information to Harker.
- Mina Harker - Jonathan's wife, whose well-being he is concerned about but from whom he hides his vampire hunt activities.
- Dr. John Seward
- About - Dr. Seward analyzes Renfield's strange behavior and fears a new terror scheme might be afoot after observing the patient's actions and hearing his ramblings. He participates in the group's nightly meeting, sensing the gravity of their search for the boxes.
- Personality Traits - Analytical, concerned and attentive to his patient Renfield, often questioning deeper implications of Renfield's behavior. Seward shows professionalism in his field.
- Physical Characteristics - Dr. Seward's physical characteristics are not specifically given in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Renfield - A patient that Dr. Seward studies and whose behavior he tries to understand, noting a possible connection to Dracula.
- Arthur Holmwood (Lord Godalming) - A fellow member of the group working together to defeat Dracula.
- Quincey Morris - Another member of the group who collaborates with Lord Godalming and others to track down Dracula.
- Van Helsing - A professor and Dr. Seward's mentor, they work closely together in the investigation of Dracula and Renfield's behavior.
- Mina Harker - He is concerned for her well-being as they exclude her from their vampire hunt to protect her.
- Renfield
- About - Renfield exhibits rapidly changing moods, from commanding to childlike, and expresses an obsession with life and souls. He appears to fall into a pattern of behavior that aligns with Dracula's movements, though he denies wanting souls or life eventually. His burst of violent activity results in him being found injured.
- Personality Traits - Unpredictable, sometimes displaying intellectual pondering and at other times, violent and crude.
- Physical Characteristics - His physical state appears disturbed, suffering an injury by the end of the chapter, reflecting his mental turmoil.
- Character Connections
- Dr. John Seward - Monitored by Seward, who tries to derive meaning from Renfield's cryptic comments.
- Dracula (Count) - Though Dracula does not appear directly in the chapter, Renfield's behavior implies a connection to him.
- Joseph Smollet
- About - Smollet is the responsible person for transporting some of Dracula's boxes. He helps Harker with information about the boxes' destinations and suggests that Sam Bloxam might know more.
- Personality Traits - Dependable, realistic, and has a sense of duty and thoroughness in his work.
- Physical Characteristics - Described as decent and intelligent, in his shirt-sleeves, giving him an air of being a practical working man.
- Character Connections
- Jonathan Harker - Provides crucial information to Harker for his investigation into Dracula's boxes.
- Thomas Snelling
- About - A contact who was supposed to provide Harker with information but was too drunk to remember anything useful.
- Personality Traits - Depicted as someone easily tempted and subject to vices.
- Physical Characteristics - His physical condition is compromised due to his drunkenness, rendering him forgetful and unreliable.
- Character Connections
- Jonathan Harker - Unable to assist Harker with information due to his inebriated state.
- Mina Harker
- About - Jonathan observes Mina's pallor and tired appearance and worries about her well-being but resolves to keep her uninformed about the vampire hunt to protect her.
- Personality Traits - Loyal and affectionate towards Jonathan, although unaware of the full extent of the danger they are facing.
- Physical Characteristics - Described as pale, looking tired and as if she has been crying, hinting at her emotional strain.
- Character Connections
- Jonathan Harker - She is his wife, whom he is protective of and keeps out of the vampiric affairs for her safety.
- Dr. John Seward - Seward is also concerned for Mina's wellbeing as part of their group.