The History of Mr. Polly · Character

Mrs. Rusper

Mr. Rusper's wife.

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Also known as Rusper

Mrs. Rusper shows up with force in VII: The Little Shop at Fishbourne. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mrs. Rusper first appears in 0037 vii the little shop at fishbourne.

In VII: The Little Shop at Fishbourne: The ironmonger; Mr. Polly tries to share his joy in Waterton's Wanderings with him.

Later, in VI: Testifies against Mr. Polly, claiming he butted her husband in the stomach.

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