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Mildred

Mr. Polly's aunt.

minor

Also known as Aunt Mildred

First appearance: iv mr polly an orphan

Mildred first appears in 0014 iv mr polly an orphan.

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Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended Family & Acquaintances
  • Polly's Domestic Circle
  • Protagonist

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

Mr. Polly reaches his emotional and psychological peak here by embracing suicide as a liberating act, experien…

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