Don Quixote · Character
Luscinda
A gentlewoman whose pledged love for Cardenio is shattered when a powerful duke's son seizes her for himself, forcing her into a marriage she never wanted.
supporting
Also known as This Luscinda, Lady Luscinda
First appearance: part i xxviii
As a supporting figure in Don Quixote, Luscinda is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Mentioned as Cardenio's beloved, a noble and rich damsel whom he loved from childhood.
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Luscinda belongs to the world of well-born lovers whose private vows collide with the ruthless ambitions of noblemen like Don Fernando. Her constancy to Cardenio is tested by force and family pressure, and her anguish…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Pranksters and Lovers
- Supporting Cast and Tricksters
- Morisco and Hosts
- Enchanters and Illusions
- Author and Outlaws
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- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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Don Quixote encounters Luscinda as a distressed damsel in the interwoven love stories,… How this plays out →
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Don Quixote encounters Luscinda as a distressed damsel in the interwoven love stories,… How this plays out →
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See Luscinda in part i xxviiiIn the story
Luscinda appears across 4 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- XXIV
- Of how the curate and the barber proceeded with their scheme; together with other matters worthy of record in this great history.
- XXXVI Which treats of more curious incidents that occurred at the inn
- XXXVII
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See Luscinda in part i xxviii