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Makar Ivanovitch

A character with a few mentions, possibly a relative or acquaintance.

minor

Also known as Makar

First appearance: the village

Makar Ivanovitch shows up with force in XVIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Formerly known as Makarka the Pilgrim, now a feared prophet of doom; he chants a threatening hymn and demands alms, showing his shameless and shrewd nature.
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Makar Ivanovitch first appears in 0001 the village.

In XVIII: Formerly known as Makarka the Pilgrim, now a feared prophet of doom; he chants a threatening hymn and demands alms, showing his shameless and shrewd nature.

Later, in XII: Mentioned as a pilgrim who committed a crime with a friend, now in jail.

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TITikhon IlitchKUKuzmaMAMakarkaMEMenshoffYAYakoffMIMakar Ivanovitch

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Nobility and their associates
  • Protagonist
  • Village household and social figures
  • Core community and clergy

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • 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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