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The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman · Character

Eliza

A woman addressed in the text, possibly a real-life correspondent.

minor

Also known as Elizabeth Mollineux, Elizabeth Lumley

First appearance: xxiii

See Eliza in xxiiiBook page

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UTUncle TobyTHThackerayMWMrs. WadmanMAMariaLFLe FeverELEliza

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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