The Cloven Foot · Character

Eliza Sampson

A member of the Sampson family, possibly a servant.

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Also known as Eliza, Lizzie

Eliza Sampson shows up with force in Jasper Treverton's Will. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Thomas Sampson's sister, who welcomes John Treverton to 'The Laurels' with elaborate preparations.

Eliza Sampson first appears in 0000 i the heir presumptive.

In Jasper Treverton's Will: Thomas Sampson's sister, who welcomes John Treverton to 'The Laurels' with elaborate preparations.

Later, in III: A Mysterious Visitor: Plays chess with John and thinks him the most agreeable man she has met.

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

This scene is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional peak where Laura’s trust and love are directl…

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Jasper Treverton's Will
Thomas Sampson's sister, who welcomes John Treverton to 'The Laurels' with elaborate preparations.
III: A Mysterious Visitor
Plays chess with John and thinks him the most agreeable man she has met.
VII: "A Little While Such Lips as Thine to Kiss"
Receives Treverton at the Sampsons' home; flustered by his arrival, she rearranges the dinner menu to accommodate him.
X: Engaged
Suffers secret pangs of unrequited love for John Treverton upon hearing of his engagement.
XIII: The Settlement
Sister of Mr. Sampson, who witnesses John Treverton's signature and expresses concern about his happiness.

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