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Miss Durgan

A woman who encounters the giant children.

minor

Also known as Probably Miss Durgan

First appearance: i the coming of the food

Miss Durgan shows up with force in VII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Miss Durgan of the Post Office witnesses the attack and bravely intervenes, grabbing the mail bag.
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Miss Durgan first appears in 0036 i the coming of the food.

In VII: Miss Durgan of the Post Office witnesses the attack and bravely intervenes, grabbing the mail bag.

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Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Minor characters and local reactions
  • Village giants and opponents
  • Political and giant leadership

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Miss Durgan in i the coming of the food