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Catherine Leroux

An elderly servant honored for fifty years of service at an agricultural show.

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Also known as Catherine Niçaise Elizabeth Leroux

First appearance: part ii iv

Catherine Leroux first appears in 0014 part ii iv.

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This scene represents Emma's ultimate psychological exposure and humiliation, as her private life—from dresses…

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