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Madame Rigaud

Emile Rigaud's wife, a quiet presence in his life.

minor

Also known as Madame Rigaud

First appearance: section i

Madame Rigaud shows up with force in Tracks. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Runs her delicatessen, laughs off Emile's advances, declares she will never trust a man again.
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Character Web

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ETEllen ThatcherMHMrs. HerfACAnna CohenBIBillyEREmile RigaudMRMadame Rigaud

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Drinking companions and quiet spouses
  • Elite social climbers
  • Theater and entertainment world
  • Background figures and minor characters
  • Immigrants and working class

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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Madame Rigaud in section i