The Lady of the Barge · Character
Old Wiggett
A startled older character in the stories.
minor
Also known as Mr. Wiggett, Wiggett, the startled Mr. Wiggett
First appearance: the lady of the barge
Old Wiggett's tie to Old Miller is one of the pressures that moves The Lady of the Barge—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
A sharp-featured rival suitor who also courts Ann for her money.
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With Old Miller (friendship): Two elderly villagers who enjoy reminiscing about the old days. With Ann Pullen (social): Ann occasionally helps Old Wiggett with small chores. With Ann Pullen (social): Ann occasionally…
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Relationship types
- Friendship
- Social
- Other
Character groups
- Wily and Startled Elders
- Community and Military Figures
- Extensive Minor Cast
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Closing
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- Old Miller
friendship · positive
Two elderly villagers who enjoy reminiscing about the old days. How this plays out →
- Ann Pullen
social · positive
- Ann Pullen
social · positive
- Old Miller
friendship · positive
Two elderly villagers who enjoy reminiscing about the old days. How this plays out →
- Old Miller
friendship · positive
Two elderly villagers who enjoy reminiscing about the old days. How this plays out →
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