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Tíkhon

A peasant servant of old Prince Bolkónski, known for his grimaces and loyalty.

minor

Also known as Old Tíkhon, Tíkhon Shcherbáty

First appearance: xix

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MKMikhail KutúzovDRDronALAlpátychPBPierre BezúkhovNBNikólenka Bolk…TÍTíkhon

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  • Aftermath
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