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Donka the Goat

A goat, possibly a pet or livestock, with a few mentions.

minor

Also known as The Goat, the Goat

First appearance: the village

Donka the Goat shows up with force in XII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The Bride's friend who witnesses the humiliation and vows secrecy.
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Donka the Goat first appears in 0001 the village.

In XII: The Bride's friend who witnesses the humiliation and vows secrecy.

Later, in II: The Goat is another petty burgher in the orchard, described as healthy, cheerful, and stupid, with brilliant Egyptian eyes.

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TBThe BrideKUKuzmaNPNastasya Petro…TITikhon IlitchDTDonka the Goat

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Village household and social figures
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

Kuzma’s emotional peak is his sudden, desperate need for his brother Tikhon Ilitch—he rushes to the window wit…

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