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Margaret Roland

A woman who appears in the later part of the novel.

minor

Also known as Margaret

First appearance: I

Margaret Roland shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A poetess with talent; known for her earnestness and fickle love affairs; wears ultra feminine shoes.
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Margaret Roland first appears in 0230 i.

In I: A poetess with talent; known for her earnestness and fickle love affairs; wears ultra feminine shoes.

Later, in II: Described as a congenital poacher, never attracted to anyone young and wholehearted.

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MAMacGregorVSValérie SeymourABAdolphe BlancWAWandaCAColonel AntrimMRMargaret Roland

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  • Extended cast and background figures
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  • Minor Parisian acquaintances

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