The Charterhouse of Parma · Character

Princess Isotta

Elderly princess of the Parma court, a gossipy figure.

minor

Also known as the Princess Isotta, the elderly Princess Isotta

First appearance: vii

Princess Isotta shows up with force in Chapter XVII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Elderly Princess visited by Conte Mosca, who considers marrying her to secure his position.

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

This is the story's dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak of the Duchessa's de…

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