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M. Marchand

A local merchant mentioned in passing.

minor

First appearance: iii

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JRJean RolandPRPierre RolandMRMme. RolandCBCaptain BeausireMRMme. RosémillyMMM. Marchand

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  • Other

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  • Peripheral townspeople and functionaries
  • Central family and close circle
  • Protagonist

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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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