The Devil’s Dictionary · Character
The Shah
Persian ruler, referenced in definitions.
minor
First appearance: the devil s dictionary
The Shah shows up with force in A. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned in the definition of 'Accountability' in a poetic exchange.
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- Diverse satirical cast
- Recurring definitional figures
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The emotional/psychological peak occurs in the "Ultimatum" entry, where the Turkish Ministry’s elaborate, hype…
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