The Charterhouse of Parma · Character
Signor Gonzo
Bumbling constable who assists in Fabrizio's arrest and escape.
minor
Also known as Gonzo, poor Gonzo
First appearance: v
Signor Gonzo shows up with force in Chapter XXVIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A poor but shrewd hanger-on at the Crescenzi salon, whose tactless mention of Fabrizio's portrait causes Clelia to faint.
Signor Gonzo first appears in 0006 v.
In Chapter XXVIII: A poor but shrewd hanger-on at the Crescenzi salon, whose tactless mention of Fabrizio's portrait causes Clelia to faint.
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- Other
Character groups
- Central Court and Family
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- Breaking point
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- Closing
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