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The Old Wives’ Tale · Character

Maud

A friend of Constance's youth.

minor

First appearance: i the square

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SBSophia BainesCBConstance BainesDPDick PoveyLHLily HollFOFossetteMAMaud

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  • Minor and background characters
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  • Bursley shop and family

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