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Conrad of Wädischwyl

A Swiss character in a historical tale.

minor

Also known as Conrad, Wädischwyl

First appearance: the swiss peasant

Conrad of Wädischwyl shows up with force in The Pilgrims. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The son of Burkhardt's enemy, who secretly married Ida and later died, leaving her a widow.
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Conrad of Wädischwyl first appears in 0006 the swiss peasant.

In The Pilgrims: The son of Burkhardt's enemy, who secretly married Ida and later died, leaving her a widow.

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UNUnknown NarratorBOBurkhardt of U…CDCharles d'AnjouLRLord Reginald …COConrad of Wädischwyl

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  • Diverse Ensemble
  • Protagonist
  • Mysterious Arrivals
  • Historical Villainy

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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