Orlando Furioso · Character
Gabrina
An old and wicked woman.
minor
Also known as the false Gabrina, Ribald Gabrina
First appearance: canto i
Gabrina shows up with force in Canto XX. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The cause of Marphisa's ire; Zerbino is made her guardian and learns news of Isabella from her.
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In Canto XX: The cause of Marphisa's ire; Zerbino is made her guardian and learns news of Isabella from her. Later, in Canto XXI: The…
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- Other
Character groups
- Minor Knights and Villains
- Primary Christian and Saracen Knights
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak where Astolpho, usin…
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See Gabrina in canto i