# Lewis Garcias — Gil Blas character guide

> Lewis Garcias in Gil Blas by Alain-René Lesage.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Garcias, the licentiate Lewis Garcias

**First appearance:** 0106-i

## Who they are

A licentiate and friend of Gil Blas, known for his learning.

## In the story

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/gil_blas_se/chapters/iii)

A licentiate suspended by the archbishop; Gil Blas helps restore him to favor by praising his handwriting.

### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/gil_blas_se/chapters/v)

The licentiate who received the living of Gabia through Gil Blas; initially effusive with gratitude but quickly abandons Gil Blas upon learning of his fall from favor.

### [Gil Blas goes to the play at Grenada](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/gil_blas_se/chapters/vi)

Mentioned as having left the room before two gentlemen entered.

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