The Village · Character
Old Lukyan
An elderly villager, possibly a relative or neighbor.
minor
Also known as Lukyan
First appearance: the village
Old Lukyan shows up with force in IX. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned in Ivanushka's memory as a neighbor who recovered after a coffin was bought for him, leading to years of reproach.
Old Lukyan first appears in 0001 the village.
In IX: Mentioned in Ivanushka's memory as a neighbor who recovered after a coffin was bought for him, leading to years of reproach.
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- Minor villagers and transient figures
- Core community and clergy
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Kuzma’s emotional peak is his sudden, desperate need for his brother Tikhon Ilitch—he rushes to the window wit…
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