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Shorsha

A Romany woman, possibly a relative of Jasper, who interacts with Lavengro.

minor

Also known as Shorsha

First appearance: i

Shorsha shows up with force in XLVI. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Addressed directly by Murtagh as the recipient of his tale; referenced as the one who gave him the pack of cards in Dungarvon.
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In XLVI: Addressed directly by Murtagh as the recipient of his tale; referenced as the one who gave him the pack of cards in…

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Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Irish and Romany figures
  • Lavengro's companions and acquaintances
  • Diverse characters from Lavengro's world
  • Protagonist

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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

This scene is the dramatic climax because it reveals the protagonist’s hidden linguistic ability—his sudden de…

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