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Monsieur Lagnier

An alias used by Rigaud while in hiding.

minor

Also known as Lagnier

First appearance: xxii who passes by this road so late

Monsieur Lagnier shows up with force in XI: Let Loose. The page is where that presence becomes real.

An alias used by Rigaud when speaking to Cavalletto; he complains of society's humiliations and vows to make society pay.
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  • Minor Characters and Background Figures
  • Circumlocution Office and Society
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