Gil Blas · Character
Dame Jacintha
An old woman who serves as a go-between for lovers.
minor
Also known as Jacintha, dame Jacintha
First appearance: xi
Dame Jacintha shows up with force in XVII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The old hypocritical housekeeper of the Licentiate Sédillo, who is complete mistress of the family.
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In XVII: The old hypocritical housekeeper of the Licentiate Sédillo, who is complete mistress of the family. Later, in Chapter I: Housekeeper and confidante of Licentiate Sédillo; manages the household and is favored…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Go-betweens and Scholars
- Protagonist
- Benefactors and Schemers
- Romantic and Domestic Intrigue
- Patrons and Companions
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Dame Jacintha in xi