The Sketchbook of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent. · Character
Nicholas Vedder
A village patriarch who presides at the inn in Rip's story.
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First appearance: Rip Van Winkle
Nicholas Vedder shows up with force in Rip Van Winkle. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A patriarch of the village who died long ago.
Nicholas Vedder first appears in 0007 rip van winkle.
In Rip Van Winkle: A patriarch of the village who died long ago.
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- Other
Character groups
- Rivals and companions in Sleepy Hollow
- Literary and folk characters
- Characters from Little Britain and Stratford
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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- Closing
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