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The Wasp

A stinging insect who appears in fables about justice.

minor

Also known as the Wasp, The Wasp, Wasp

First appearance: the flea and the man

The Wasp shows up with force in The Wasp and the Snake. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Stings the Snake and clings obstinately, leading to mutual destruction.
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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