Abstract
This extract is the 20th chapter, 'Double Cross' of the novel. This is the story of Harry's murder, which constitutes the most tragic moment of the book. Nathan is here the narrator. He and Tom leave the Chowder Inn in order to go back to New York for Harry's funeral. Later will also appear Nancy. In opposition to the 'good' trio of Harry, Nathan and Tom, is the Evil trio composed of Harry, Gordon and Myron which proved to be fatal to Harry. In the previous chapter Tom sees his dreams realised, Harry sees his destroyed. In what way is his death original?
