He Knew He Was Right · Character
Miss Wallachia Petrie
An eccentric American feminist who travels with the Spaldings.
minor
Also known as Miss Petrie, Wallachia, Wallachia Petrie, poor Wallachia Petrie, the divine Wallachia
First appearance: xlvi the american minister
Miss Wallachia Petrie shows up with force in The Republican Browning. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The Republican Browning, who warns Caroline against English aristocrats and engages Mr.
Miss Wallachia Petrie first appears in 0045 xlvi the american minister.
In The Republican Browning: The Republican Browning, who warns Caroline against English aristocrats and engages Mr. Glascock in a debate about Browning.
Later, in LVI: Withered Grass: Vehemently denounces Mr. Glascock as a 'withered grass' and embodies anti-aristocratic sentiment.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- London and minor supporting cast
- Exeter social circle
- Italian and extended family
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because it represents the emotional and psychological peak of Mrs. Trevely…
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Miss Wallachia Petrie appears across 5 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- The Republican Browning
- LVI: Withered Grass
- We Shall Be So Poor
- The Future Lady Peterborough
- Mr. Glascock Is Master
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