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Fräulein Anna

A German girl at Frau Erlin's pension, sister of Fräulein Cäcilie.

minor

Also known as Anna

First appearance: xxxv

Fräulein Anna shows up with force in Heidelberg. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Younger daughter, tall and plain but with a pleasant smile; walks with Philip.
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In Heidelberg: Younger daughter, tall and plain but with a pleasant smile; walks with Philip. Later, in The Scandal at Frau Erlin's: The…

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WCWilliam CareyMWMiss WilkinsonMCMrs. CareyPCPhilip CareyFCFräulein CäcilieFAFräulein Anna

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Minor Characters and Acquaintances
  • Heidelberg and Blackstable Circle
  • Philip's Romantic and Professional Circles
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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