Far from the Madding Crowd · Character
Susan Tall
Laban Tall's domineering wife, known for her sharp tongue.
minor
Also known as Susan, Mrs. Tall, Mrs. Susan Tall
First appearance: X: Mistress and Men
Susan Tall shows up with force in X: Mistress and Men. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Laban's wife, who speaks assertively on his behalf.
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In X: Mistress and Men: Laban's wife, who speaks assertively on his behalf. Later, in XXXVI: Wealth in Jeopardy; The Revel: Half-asleep,…
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