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Zuleika Dobson

Fictional enchantress from Beerbohm's novel, used to illustrate fantasy and parody.

minor

Also known as Zuleika

First appearance: vi fantasy

Zuleika Dobson first appears in 0008 vi fantasy.

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CBCaleb Balderst…UNUnknown NarratorGMGeorge MeredithTSTristram ShandyZDZuleika Dobson

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