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Mother Sparsit

Mrs. Sparsit's mother, mentioned as a former society figure.

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Also known as Mother Sparsit

First appearance: vii mrs sparsit

Mother Sparsit first appears in 0007 vii mrs sparsit.

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LGLouisa GradgrindJHJames HarthouseMGMrs. GradgrindRARachaelMSMr. SlearyMSMother Sparsit

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  • Circus Performers & Hidden Connections
  • Utilitarian Society & Oppressed Workers

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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