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Uncle Bibiano

An older relative or family friend, appearing in a few scenes with a clear role.

minor

Also known as Bibiano

First appearance: xxxiv

Uncle Bibiano shows up with force in LI. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Sleeps in the main room and is addressed by Rufina as 'little father'.
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In LI: Sleeps in the main room and is addressed by Rufina as 'little father'. Later, in LII: Commends Efraín to the care of the Virgin as…

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See Uncle Bibiano in xxxiv

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Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Estate workers and local figures
  • Background and episodic figures
  • Core family and household
  • 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 Uncle Bibiano in xxxiv