The Subplot of the Begging at Cisler's

Hunger

The protagonist's humiliating attempt to beg a shilling from the music seller Cisler, and the rejection he faces.

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Bearing strength in each event

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The Request

The Request The Desperate Need After a day of failures, the protagonist goes to Cisler's music shop. He asks for a shilling, promising to repay when his article is paid. The Refusal Cisler refuses without explanation, just 'no.' He adds that he has had enough of this. The Humiliation The protagonist leaves, feeling like a dog. He has sunk to begging. He is filled with shame.

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