The Mysteries of Udolpho · Character
Marchioness de Villeroi
The deceased marchioness whose portrait and story haunt the narrative.
minor
Also known as the Marchioness, the late Marchioness, the Lady Marchioness de Villeroi
First appearance: xxxvii
Marchioness de Villeroi shows up with force in LV. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Revealed to be the sister of St.
Marchioness de Villeroi first appears in 0038 xxxvii.
In LV: Revealed to be the sister of St. Aubert; her untimely death is lamented, and her relationship to Emily is clarified.
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- Other
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- Emily's allies and friends
- Key early influences
- Supporting cast and background figures
- Protagonist
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See Marchioness de Villeroi in xxxvii