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The Sketchbook of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent. · Character

Mrs. Lamb

A kind-hearted woman in the Little Britain neighborhood.

minor

Also known as Honest Lamb, Lamb

First appearance: Little Britain

Mrs. Lamb shows up with force in Little Britain. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The wife of the retired butcher, who aspires to gentility and hosts gatherings with quality acquaintances.
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Mrs. Lamb first appears in 0028 little britain.

In Little Britain: The wife of the retired butcher, who aspires to gentility and hosts gatherings with quality acquaintances.

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SHShakespeareTLThe LambsOTOld TomICIchabod CraneGCGeoffrey CrayonMLMrs. Lamb

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Neighbors and artists in London
  • Characters from Little Britain and Stratford
  • Literary and folk characters
  • Protagonist

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