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Anselmo

A character referred to as 'Chief', possibly a leader or elder, with limited presence.

minor

Also known as Chief Anselmo

First appearance: xlviii

See Anselmo in xlviiiBook page

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Character Web

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LALaureanMAmasterRERemigiaGRGregorioMAMarANAnselmo

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Minor local characters
  • Estate workers and local figures
  • Secondary household and workers

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SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

María’s hesitation and her whispered “Don’t go” mark the emotional peak: her fear of being left alone with Jor…

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See Anselmo in xlviii