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Mary Kingsley

A friend of the March sisters who appears in their social circle.

minor

Also known as Mary, Minna, Polly

First appearance: little women

Mary Kingsley first appears in 0001 little women.

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DBDr. BangsJSJenny SnowESEstherFRFranzLLLaurie LaurenceMKMary Kingsley

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended cast and minor characters
  • March family and close circle
  • Schoolmates and authority figures
  • Historical and cultural figures

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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