Persuasion · Character

Louisa Musgrove

The younger Miss Musgrove, all high spirits and decided opinions, who becomes the likeliest prize in the quiet contest for Captain Wentworth's attention.

supporting

Also known as Louisa, the youngest Miss Musgrove, Louisa Musgrove, Miss Musgrove, dear Miss Louisa, dear Louisa

First appearance: Chapter VI

As a supporting figure in Persuasion, Louisa Musgrove is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Louisa discusses rank and hints at Mary's sensitivity about precedence.

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Louisa Musgrove first appears in 0005 vi.

With Anne Elliot (social): Polite acquaintance tinged with underlying jealousy over Wentworth's attention to Louisa. With Anne Elliot (social): Polite acquaintance tinged with underlying jealousy over Wentworth's attention to Louisa. With Anne Elliot (social): Polite acquaintance tinged with underlying jealousy over Wentworth's attention to Louisa.

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Kellynch and Uppercross Circle
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Relationships

Anne Elliot
social · ambivalent
Polite acquaintance tinged with underlying jealousy over Wentworth's attention to Louisa. How this plays out →
Anne Elliot
social · ambivalent
Polite acquaintance tinged with underlying jealousy over Wentworth's attention to Louisa. How this plays out →
Anne Elliot
social · ambivalent
Polite acquaintance tinged with underlying jealousy over Wentworth's attention to Louisa. How this plays out →

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In the story

Louisa Musgrove appears across 8 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

Chapter VI
Louisa discusses rank and hints at Mary's sensitivity about precedence.
Chapter VII
Expresses delight with Captain Wentworth; reports his comment about Anne.
Chapter VIII
One of the Miss Musgroves who is entirely occupied by Captain Wentworth, poring over the Navy List with her sister.
Chapter IX
Also a potential object of Wentworth's interest; lively and spirited.
Chapter X
Eagerly seeks Captain Wentworth's notice, speaks with enthusiasm about loyalty in love, and insists on continuing the walk to Winthrop.
Chapter XI
Eager to visit Lyme, insists on going despite her parents' wishes; expresses admiration for the navy's character.
Chapter XII
Louisa is injured from her fall at the Cobb, prompting the group's concern and the decision for someone to stay and nurse her.
Chapter XVIII
Now engaged to Captain Benwick; Anne muses on the suitability of the match.

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