The Autobiography of an Idea · Character

Grandmamma

Alternate spelling for Louis's grandmother.

minor

First appearance: i the child

Grandmamma shows up with force in Boston. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Louis's grandmother, who insists he study French systematically.

Grandmamma first appears in 0000 i the child.

In Boston: Louis's grandmother, who insists he study French systematically.

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

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