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Khvoshchinsky

A named character, possibly a landowner or eccentric.

minor

Also known as this Khvoshchinsky

First appearance: The Grammar of Love

Khvoshchinsky shows up with force in Short Fiction. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Estate owner whose past love defines the narrative.
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In Short Fiction: Estate owner whose past love defines the narrative. Later, in The Grammar of Love: Deceased landowner who was a lifelong maniac over his love for his chambermaid Lushka; his estate and possessions are…

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See Khvoshchinsky in The Grammar of Love

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  • Breaking point

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See Khvoshchinsky in The Grammar of Love