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The Duchess of Malfi · Character

Silvio

A lord at the court of Malfi, often present in scenes with Ferdinand.

minor

Also known as Lord Silvio, the Lord Silvio, Good Lord Silvio

First appearance: act i

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FEFerdinandDODuchess of MalfiABAntonio BolognaCACardinalJUJuliaSISilvio

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  • Other

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  • Central conspirators and victims
  • Protagonist

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

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This scene is the dramatic climax because it marks the psychological and emotional peak where Bosola overhears…

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