Jude the Obscure · Character

Uncle Joe

Jude's uncle who lives in Australia and sends news.

minor

Also known as Joseph, Joe

First appearance: jude the obscure

Uncle Joe shows up with force in IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A workman in the stonemason's yard who comments on a young girl entering.

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In IV: A workman in the stonemason's yard who comments on a young girl entering. Later, in Chapter VII: A Gothic mason and tavern regular…

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IV
A workman in the stonemason's yard who comments on a young girl entering.
Chapter VII
A Gothic mason and tavern regular who challenges Jude to prove his scholarship by reciting the Creed in Latin.
At Christminster Again
Another mason who knew Jude, comments on Jude's increased family.
Chapter VII
Uncle Joe is among the guests at the party and speculates about the wedding's outcome, noting Jude's hesitation.

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