The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories · Character
Stepan Pelageushkine
A foundling taken in by a childless couple, whose arrival quietly reshapes the household and everyone in it.
major
Also known as Stepan
First appearance: the foundling
As a major figure in The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories, Stepan Pelageushkine is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
An old soldier and former gardener who is Martin's first guest, receiving tea, warmth, and spiritual conversation.
Stepan Pelageushkine appears in The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories as major figure.
Stepan Pelageushkine first appears in 0019 the foundling.
In Where Love Is, God Is: An old soldier and former gardener who is Martin's first guest, receiving tea, warmth, and spiritual conversation.
Later, in Two Wayfarers: Borzin's father's old valet, Stephen, who announces the arrival of Serpov.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Peasants and Masters
- Moral Seekers and Tempters
- Recipients of Charity
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
The emotional peak is Esarhaddon's shocking, direct confrontation with the truth that he and his victim are on…
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See Stepan Pelageushkine in the foundling