The Village · Character
Vaska
A minor character, likely a servant or peasant.
minor
First appearance: the village
Vaska shows up with force in IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Yakoff's son, a strong, pockmarked young man who trades secretly in vodka and other goods.
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In IV: Yakoff's son, a strong, pockmarked young man who trades secretly in vodka and other goods. He is reconciled with his father for the sake of land. Later, in XIV: Acts as the best man, rough and commanding, and…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Minor villagers and transient figures
- Village household and social figures
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- Closing
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