The Picture of Dorian Gray · Character
Mrs. Vane
Sibyl and James's mother, a faded actress living in poverty.
minor
First appearance: iv
Mrs. Vane shows up with force in Chapter V. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Dismissive of Jim's concerns, hopes for a wealthy marriage for Sibyl, and is annoyed by Jim's tone.
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- Dorian's social circle
- Background society figures
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
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