Don Juan · Character
Prince de Ligne
A distinguished European diplomat and wit who appears at Catherine's court.
minor
Also known as Charles Joseph, Prince Charles de Ligne
First appearance: canto x
Prince de Ligne shows up with force in Canto VIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Wounded in the knee during the assault, highlighting the danger to high-ranking officers.
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- Other
Character groups
- Russian court circle
- Protagonist
- Harem and court women
- English supernatural satire
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See Prince de Ligne in canto x