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The Russians

Pavel and Peter, the two Russian immigrants who live near the Shimerdas.

minor

Also known as Russians

First appearance: iii

The Russians first appears in 0007 iii.

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PKPeter KrajiekPAPavelÁSÁntonia ShimerdaMSMr. ShimerdaRPRussian PeterTRThe Russians

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Russian immigrant neighbors
  • Central characters and family
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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