Candide · Character
The Marchioness
A Parisian noblewoman who hosts Candide and attempts to seduce him.
minor
First appearance: XXII: What Happened in France to Candide and Martin
The Marchioness shows up with force in XXII: What Happened in France to Candide and Martin. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Seduces Candide at supper and obtains two of his diamonds.
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- Parisian social circle
- Protagonist
- Candide's core companions
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