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Who is Martin Hallam from The Well of Loneliness and what is their importance? The_Well_of_Loneliness English & Literature Martin Hallam | The Well of Loneliness

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Martin Hallam is Stephen first true friend. Stephen and Martin meet at a neighborhood party. They begins spending a great deal of time together, sharing many of the same interests. Stephen is overwhelmed by affection for Martin, surprised that someone such as she could find a good friend like Martin. However, Martin one day decides he is in love with Stephen. Martin asks Stephen to marry him, causing confusion and anger in Stephen. Stephen sends Martin away.