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Maria Ivanovna

A woman who helps Nekhludoff with his legal work.

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First appearance: xlii

Maria Ivanovna shows up with force in II. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The elder of the two maiden ladies; she was strict and wanted Katúsha to be brought up to work as a servant.
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In II: The elder of the two maiden ladies; she was strict and wanted Katúsha to be brought up to work as a servant. Later, in XII: Another…

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  • Supporting Cast and Prisoners
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  • Escalation
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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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