The Luck of Barry Lyndon · Character

Monsieur de Balibari

Mysterious gambler and possible relative of Barry at European courts.

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Also known as Balibari, the Chevalier de Balibari, Chevalier de Balibari

Monsieur de Balibari shows up with force in Barry Leads a Garrison Life, and Finds Many Friends There. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The splendidly dressed gentleman with a patch over one eye, whose features resemble Barry's; Barry reveals his true identity to him.

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Monsieur de Balibari first appears in 0011 x more runs of luck.

In Barry Leads a Garrison Life, and Finds Many Friends There: The splendidly dressed gentleman with a patch over one eye, whose features resemble Barry's; Barry reveals his true identity to him.

Later, in Barry's Adieu to Military Profession: Barry's uncle, a professional gambler and spy who uses his nephew as an assistant in his schemes.

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Barry Leads a Garrison Life, and Finds Many Friends There
The splendidly dressed gentleman with a patch over one eye, whose features resemble Barry's; Barry reveals his true identity to him.
Barry's Adieu to Military Profession
Barry's uncle, a professional gambler and spy who uses his nephew as an assistant in his schemes.
IX: I Appear in a Manner Becoming My Name and Lineage
Barry's uncle and partner in gambling; described as a devotee and martinet at play, but lacking Barry's daring.
More Runs of Luck
Barry's uncle and partner in schemes; advises on the gambling entrapment.
XI: In Which the Luck Goes Against Barry
Barry's uncle; deals cards at the faro bank and is also placed under arrest.
XV: I Pay Court to My Lady Lyndon
Barry's uncle, the Chevalier de Balibari; provides strategic advice from Brussels on how to win Lady Lyndon.
I Provide Nobly for My Family
Barry's uncle; mentioned as recipient of Barry's triumphant letter about the marriage.

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