Exploiting Folklore as a Plot Tactic in Martin's Fevre Dream

Before I jump into it, just a brief note. As part of my MFA, I was required to read at least 50 books and write a craft analysis of twelve of these books. This is the last of such formal written analysis pieces. That said, I closely read and analyzed books before I started the program, and I know I will continue to do so after I'm done. 

And now on to th…